the life and soul of the (party|event|gathering)
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an energetic and sociable person who makes a place livelier
- As an entertainer, Andrew is the life and soul of every event he performs at.His energy and showmanship liven up any room.
- David is the life and soul of our office parties.
- He was the life and soul of every gathering and kept things lively.
- John entertained everyone with his hilarious stories last night.He was definitely the life and soul of the gathering.
- Mary is always the life and soul of the party with her infectious laugh and ability to liven up any room she's in.