She has a lot of pep in her step today.
pep in one's step
idiomA confident, happy, energetic or enthusiastic mood or manner.
Origin
disputed originChosen for the rhyme; serendipitously, the word that happens to rhyme also allows for evocation of images of lively movement.
After hearing the good news about her promotion, she walked into the office with a real pep in her step.
Despite the long and difficult journey, the traveler moved with a renewed pep in his step as he finally caught sight of his home.
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abound in one's own sense
To follow one’s own inclinations and opinions.
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ace up one's sleeve
A surprise advantage of which others are not aware.
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act one's age
To behave in a manner appropriate to one's age.
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act one's age, not one's shoe size
Synonym of act one's age (“to behave in a mature manner; to avoid being childish”).
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afraid of one's own shadow
Exceptionally timid.
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air one's dirty laundry in public
To reveal one's sordid secrets to the public.
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air one's dirty linen in public
Synonym of air one's dirty laundry in public.
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albatross around one's neck
A characteristic, possession, associate, or previous deed that hinders one's ability to succeed.