thrill ride
noun
: a very exciting ride (such as a roller coaster) at an amusement park
—often used figuratively
The campaign has been a thrill ride from the beginning.
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The principal use of the section above the wasp waist will be amusement: an observatory, the staircase, and a thrill ride that will plunge visitors nearly 300 feet in 90 seconds.
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Christopher Bonanos, Curbed, 6 June 2025
Going Up and Overboard Fun Spot’s Kissimmee location has added a thrill ride named Up and Overboard.
—Dewayne Bevil, Orlando Sentinel, 18 Mar. 2025
There are a few startling moments, but more than anything, this thrill ride is stunning.
—Eve Chen, USA Today, 26 May 2025
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Christopher Bonanos, Curbed, 6 June 2025
Going Up and Overboard Fun Spot’s Kissimmee location has added a thrill ride named Up and Overboard.
—Dewayne Bevil, Orlando Sentinel, 18 Mar. 2025
There are a few startling moments, but more than anything, this thrill ride is stunning.
—Eve Chen, USA Today, 26 May 2025
Related Articles Guests come face to face with jellyfish at brand new SeaWorld experience
Belmont celebrates 100th year with new thrill ride
A new cruise line is coming to San Diego.
—Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Mar. 2025
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“Thrill ride.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thrill%20ride. Accessed 16 Jun. 2025.
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