Pronunciation: /laɪv waɪər/
noun a wire in a system that carries an electric current
A1 A live wire is a person who is full of energy and enthusiasm.
A2 Be careful not to touch the live wire as it can give you an electric shock.
B1 The electrician identified the live wire and safely disconnected it before making repairs.
B2 The live wire in the new team brought fresh ideas and motivation to the project.
C1 The politician was known as a live wire for his dynamic speeches and ability to energize the crowd.
C2 The live wire of the company, she was always the first to come up with innovative solutions to complex problems.
adjective describing someone who is full of energy or excitement
A1 The live wire sparked when I touched it.
A2 Be careful, that guy is a real live wire and can be unpredictable.
B1 She's a live wire in the office, always full of energy and new ideas.
B2 The live wire performance by the band had the crowd on their feet all night.
C1 His live wire personality makes him a great leader and motivator.
C2 The actress is known for her live wire performances on stage and screen.
formal The electrician identified the live wire and proceeded to safely secure it.
informal Be careful, that wire is a live wire and could give you a shock.
slang Don't touch that wire, it's a real live wire!
figurative She's a live wire at parties, always the center of attention.
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