in high spirits

/ɪn haɪ ˈspɪrɪts/
/ɪn haɪ ˈspɪrɪts/
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Other forms: in higher spirits; in highest spirits

Definitions of in high spirits
  1. adjective
    happy and excited and energetic
    synonyms: high
    elated, giddy
    exultantly proud and joyful; in high spirits
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