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Stephen Crane

I stood upon a high place,

And saw, below, many devils

Running, leaping,

And carousing in sin.

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Engaged in or ready for action; characterized by energetic work, thought, or speech.

The students were very active in class discussions, asking many thoughtful questions.

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And this I meant to fear--Her bower may suit thee ill;For, sooth, in that same field and tent,Thy _talk_ was somewhat still:And fitter thy hand for my knightly spearThan thy tongue for my lady's will!"