A live wire

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noun

A person who is full of energy and always active.

John was always the life of the party, a real live wire!
Visual representation of "a live wire" - A person who is full of energy and always active

Often appears as...

  • be a live wire
  • real live wire

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Colloquial

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Colloquial Expression

Used in informal speech; not suitable for formal contexts.

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At the startup meeting, Jake was such a live wire, generating ideas.
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Vivid Imagery

Creates a mental image of someone buzzing with energy.

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With her bright ideas and quick wit, Nora is a live wire in our team.
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Personality Descriptor

Highlights a person’s dynamic and energetic traits.

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The new coach is a live wire; the players love his enthusiasm.
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