1
as in buzzing
marked by much life, movement, or activity
was rather overwhelmed by the vibrant environment of the big city
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2
as in ringing
marked by conspicuously full and rich sounds or tones
a throaty, vibrant singing voice
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Recent Examples of vibrant
Shop it in a set of two or pick up a single jar, and choose from two colors, including this deep green or vibrant orange.
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Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 6 Feb. 2026
If the desert landscape of the Inland Sea and the vibrant flavors of Doha are calling you to Qatar, consider extending your vacation through the next decade via the Middle Eastern country’s latest visa scheme.
—Brittany Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
The South African artist emphasizes atmosphere over rhythm on a vibrant, textural album that shapeshifts between drum’n’bass and dub techno.
—Andrew Ryce, Pitchfork, 6 Feb. 2026
There’s such a vibrant scene now.
—Eric Ducker, Los Angeles Times, 6 Feb. 2026
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Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 6 Feb. 2026
If the desert landscape of the Inland Sea and the vibrant flavors of Doha are calling you to Qatar, consider extending your vacation through the next decade via the Middle Eastern country’s latest visa scheme.
—Brittany Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
The South African artist emphasizes atmosphere over rhythm on a vibrant, textural album that shapeshifts between drum’n’bass and dub techno.
—Andrew Ryce, Pitchfork, 6 Feb. 2026
There’s such a vibrant scene now.
—Eric Ducker, Los Angeles Times, 6 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vibrant
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Just off the gondola entrance sits Club Moritzino, one of the Dolomites’ most enduring mountain huts and a buzzing lunch and apres-ski destination.—
Chadner Navarro,
Vogue,
10 Feb. 2026
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From Montana to Colorado, here's where to find great powder, epic skiing, and buzzing après scenes out West.—
Caroline Tell,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Feb. 2026
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At noon each day, a cannon placed on the Janiculum Hill fires a blank shot in unison with the ringing bells of Rome’s churches.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Feb. 2026
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The tactics of activists have largely included mass protests, most recently those of No Kings Day, as well as smaller, simpler ones, say, chanting and ringing bells in front of Tesla showrooms.—
Gal Beckerman,
The Atlantic,
30 Jan. 2026
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This left a critical unit short-staffed during one of the highest profile searches in PCSD history and during the busiest time of year for Search and Rescue.—
Peter D'Abrosca , Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
8 Feb. 2026
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February is typically a busy month there for winter sports including skiing, snowboarding and snowshoeing.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Feb. 2026
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Their living doll with her blond curls and round blue eyes.—
Allegra Goodman,
Literary Hub,
11 Feb. 2026
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In high school Gabrielle Union, 53, was a year ’round athlete in soccer, track and basketball.—
Stephen Schaefer,
Boston Herald,
11 Feb. 2026
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The shopping center is in the heart of one of the country’s most thriving commercial areas.—
Judith Kohler,
Denver Post,
5 Feb. 2026
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Underlying the circulation of Proust’s work in post-independence Ireland was a network of literary salons (including regular gatherings at Devenport O’Neill’s home) and little magazines along with thriving modern-language departments in the nation’s universities.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
2 Feb. 2026
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But at the same time, [the Gates Foundation’s spend-down announcement] has ended up being a very powerful call to action, both for our staff and for many of our partners.—
Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson,
semafor.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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These concerns are sharpened by the shadow of Epstein, whose connections to powerful figures continue to surface.—
Lauryn Overhultz , Ashley Papa , Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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Where there would once be huge lively crowds gathering in support of Hong Kong’s democracy figures, the mood was subdued and yet at the same time on edge.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 Feb. 2026
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And lively neighborhoods like Myeongdong and Hongdae are hot spots for shopping, local street food, K-pop culture, and nightlife.—
Taryn White,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Feb. 2026
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This newfound flexibility in the fragrance category feels especially resonant at a moment when, as Lim describes, the era of committing to a single signature fragrance has given way to a more fluid approach—one defined by choice and context.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
9 Feb. 2026
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Lady Gaga might have been Bad Bunny’s most random guest, but Ricky Martin was his most resonant.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
9 Feb. 2026
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“Vibrant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vibrant. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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