Examples of oomph in a Sentence
The plot of the story lacks oomph.
The truck doesn't have the oomph to haul the boat.
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Palau has given Carpenter a blowout that combines ‘90s and ’60s vibes to create a modern take on polished oomph that proves glamour doesn't depend on lengthening extensions.
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Marci Robin, Allure, 23 Sep. 2025
West Elm’s flax linen curtain set also leans more pared back, but the valance detailing gives it a little extra oomph.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 19 Sep. 2025
The RemigoOne Neo gives small e-boaters a little more oomph without any of the inconvenience of a larger, bulkier electric or gas outboard.
—New Atlas, 10 Sep. 2025
Thanks to all that oomph, the muscular convertible can hit 60 mph in just 3.3 seconds and tops out at 214 mph.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 4 Sep. 2025
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Marci Robin, Allure, 23 Sep. 2025
West Elm’s flax linen curtain set also leans more pared back, but the valance detailing gives it a little extra oomph.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 19 Sep. 2025
The RemigoOne Neo gives small e-boaters a little more oomph without any of the inconvenience of a larger, bulkier electric or gas outboard.
—New Atlas, 10 Sep. 2025
Thanks to all that oomph, the muscular convertible can hit 60 mph in just 3.3 seconds and tops out at 214 mph.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 4 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for oomph
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“Oomph.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/oomph. Accessed 4 Oct. 2025.
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