verve

noun

ˈvərv How to pronounce verve (audio)
Definition of vervenext
as in vigor
active strength of body or mind the actor plays the part of the superhero with tremendous verve and obvious enjoyment

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Recent Examples of verve Questlove and Rodriguez illustrate all that while also lovingly conveying a massive amount of history with concision and verve. — Jen Chaney, Vulture, 30 Jan. 2025 This switch has given PSG a fresh attacking verve and resulted in a more balanced unit. — Elias Burke, The Athletic, 11 Feb. 2025 In reality, Beyoncé crafted the album with so much verve that there really isn’t a way for Cowboy Carter to not be the ultimate hoedown. — Kyle Denis, Billboard, 3 Feb. 2025 The newest Beachy 420+ adds even more verve to the family, using a multifunctional floor plan with false walls to adjust interior space around the changing needs of each day. — New Atlas, 23 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for verve

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“Verve.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/verve. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.

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