| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| More jaunty (7) | ||
| Like morning people vis-à-vis night owls, around dawn | New York Times | 15 Aug 2021 |
| Less languid | Thomas Joseph | 19 Jun 2020 |
| More sprightly lord embracing queen, king and setter | ||
| Less lethargic | ||
| More vivacious | ||
| More cheerful | ||
| Less languid |