Our neighbors used to be home watching TV all day, but since they joined the tennis club last month they have become a very spry couple.
Which of the following is the meaning of the word "spry" as used in the sentence above?

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The correct meaning of the word is "active", as it portrays the idea that the couple has started going out more often. This is made clear by the contrast of "used to be home watching TV all day."
"Quiet" is not the correct meaning, as it would suggest that the couple has become even calmer since they joined the club.
"Mundane" is not the correct meaning, as it would suggest that the couple has become more boring since they joined the club.
"Muscular" is not the correct meaning, as it would suggest that the couple show an exaggerated effect after one month of playing tennis.

Our Neighbors Used to Be Home Watching TV All Day