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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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adjective

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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The true taste of tears:

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Samuel Johnson·1709–1784
ither with crystal vials, lovers, come,And take my tears, which are love's wine,And try your mistress' tears at home;For all are false, that taste not just like mine. DONNE.