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feisty
01
lively and assertive in one's actions or behavior
Examples
The feisty kitten fearlessly chased after the larger dogs in the yard.
He 's known for his feisty personality, always standing up for what he believes in.
02
prone to reacting sharply or defensively when challenged or annoyed
Examples
She got feisty when someone questioned her choices.
His feisty replies made it clear he did n't like being challenged.
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