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as in breathtaking
causing great emotional or mental stimulation
an abstract expressionist who uses a palette of charged colors to great effect
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as in passionate
having or expressing great depth of feeling
a very charged speech that got everyone worked up
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as in provocative
serving or likely to arouse a strong reaction
a muralist who creates politically charged and often controversial works
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as in asked
to set or receive as a price
any shop would charge $100 to repair that thing
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as in imposed
to establish or apply as a charge or penalty
charges a restocking fee for returned merchandise
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as in entrusted
to give a task, duty, or responsibility to
we're charging you with the care of your little sister while we're gone for the evening
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as in ordered
to issue orders to (someone) by right of authority
charged the soldier to keep watch over the prisoner
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as in accused
to make a claim of wrongdoing against
he has not yet been charged with any crime
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as in filled
to put into (something) as much as can be held or contained
charge a blast furnace with iron ore
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as in attacked
to take sudden, violent action against
plans to charge the enemy's fortification at daybreak
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as in thrilled
to cause a pleasurable stimulation of the feelings of
the players are going into this game still charged from their upset victory the week before
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Recent Examples of charged
Jim Rossman, Dallas News, 24 Dec. 2020
Granted, this is a charged and awkward situation even for an adult to manage.
—Carolyn Hax, Washington Post, 13 Jan. 2023
Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 25 Mar. 2025
Neither Khalil nor Suri has been charged with a crime.
—Robert B. Reich, Hartford Courant, 25 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
The Hinge comes pre-charged and ready for use.
—Jim Rossman, Dallas News, 24 Dec. 2020
Granted, this is a charged and awkward situation even for an adult to manage.
—Carolyn Hax, Washington Post, 13 Jan. 2023
Verb
Heather Murdock, 57, of Ellington, is charged with five counts of bank fraud, two counts of wire fraud and five counts of tax evasion, according to federal authorities.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 25 Mar. 2025
Neither Khalil nor Suri has been charged with a crime.
—Robert B. Reich, Hartford Courant, 25 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for charged
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His goal was breathtaking — a sinuous run and then a shot that was not just beautifully placed but executed in a way (taken early, minimal backlift) that left Yann Sommer, the Inter goalkeeper, rooted.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
2 May 2025
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From the fashion in Milan to the breathtaking scenes in Positano on the Amalfi Coast or the iconic gondola rides in Venice, the country promises and delivers the sweet life at every stop.—
Brittany Vickers,
Essence,
1 May 2025
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For those passionate about handheld PC gaming, the Asus ROG Ally is definitely worth your attention.—
Shubham Yewale,
PC Magazine,
2 May 2025
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Forest fans had been outstanding at Wembley, offering passionate backing on a showpiece occasion.—
Paul Taylor,
New York Times,
2 May 2025
Adjective
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When faced with a provocative or forceful colleague, Judo executives don’t counter-punch.—
Stephen Miles,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
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The 32,000-square-foot homage to everything X rated is an ideal place for adults (18 and over) to throw a provocative bash.—
Madeleine Marr,
Miami Herald,
6 May 2025
Verb
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Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at (800) 577-TIPS.—
Roni Jacobson,
New York Daily News,
22 Mar. 2025
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On multiple occasions over the last few days, in important ties (also referring to the League Cup final in England between Chelsea and Manchester City last Saturday at Pride Park, home of second-tier men’s team Derby County), our members have been asked to play in substandard conditions.—
Guillermo Rai,
The Athletic,
22 Mar. 2025
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CEOs responded to the survey from April 8-10, during which the president announced a 90-day pause on most of his sweeping tariffs but imposed a hike on imports from China (145%).—
Shannon Carroll,
Quartz,
14 Apr. 2025
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Other administration officials said another slate of tariffs could be imposed after an investigation into the national security effects of semiconductor imports.—
Auzinea Bacon,
CNN Money,
13 Apr. 2025
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The show follows a 13-year-old boy accused of murdering a classmate, fueled by dark online influences.—
Richard Wistocki,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Apr. 2025
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Prior to that, King accused Cher of kidnapping her son in court documents that surfaced in September 2023.—
Lauren Huff,
EW.com,
10 Apr. 2025
Verb
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There are hiking trails ranging from beginner-friendly to near-vertical scrambles, Gilded Age mansions filled with rich history, contemporary art destinations, miles of pastoral farmland and charming small towns.—
Ingrid K. Williams,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2025
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Shaw has the benefit of hitting in a lineup filled with talent.—
Sahadev Sharma,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2025
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As the graph below shows, Bournemouth have primarily attacked down their left flank this season, with the axis between Dean Huijsen at left centre-back, wing-back Kerkez and winger Antoine Semenyo proving crucial.—
Carl Anka,
The Athletic,
24 Mar. 2025
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Canada attacked more fervently afterwards .—
Joshua Kloke,
The Athletic,
24 Mar. 2025
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“Charged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/charged. Accessed 13 May. 2025.
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