: irrational, incoherent, wild, or extravagant utterance or declamation
—usually used in plural
1
: talking wildly or irrationally
a raving lunatic
2
: ravishing
a raving beauty
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Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
23 June 2026
Mitchell’s music variously evokes gospel, blues, working songs and the ravings of a rabid cult.
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Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
11 May 2026
Bruce Feldman,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
From bridal showers to garden parties, this sparkling pink drink is sure to get raving reviews.
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Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
29 Apr. 2026
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Noun
The Beachcrest Home Cephas area rug has racked up thousands of perfect ratings from reviewers, with many raving that it’s held up well on the floors of patios, living rooms, and bedrooms.
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Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
23 June 2026
Mitchell’s music variously evokes gospel, blues, working songs and the ravings of a rabid cult.
—
Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
11 May 2026
Adjective
Sorsby’s physical talent had college coaches raving.
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Bruce Feldman,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
From bridal showers to garden parties, this sparkling pink drink is sure to get raving reviews.
—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Raving.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/raving. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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