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take in good part. Accept good-naturedly or with good grace; without taking offense. For example, She took her brother's teasing in good part. [Mid-1500s] 1. Mostly, to a great extent, as in Their failure is in good part the result of poor management. Also see FOR THE MOST PART. 2. in good spirits Also, in high spirits. Happy, cheerful, as in Jane was in good spirits today. [Early 1700s] However, high spirits Also can indicate liveliness and vivacity, as in The children were in high spirits at the prospect of a trip to the circus.
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