as in ecstasy
a state of overwhelming usually pleasurable emotion
most people can't imagine the kind of elation that comes with winning a super lottery's grand prize, but they're dying to find out
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Recent Examples of elation
All those emotions – the elation and sorrow – are shared in a film of remarkable intimacy.
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Matthew Carey, Deadline, 28 Aug. 2025
My elation, however, was short-lived.
—Sahar Mustafah
august 27, Literary Hub, 27 Aug. 2025
But the elation Friday could carry the market through next week before Labor Day weekend, potentially in all parts of the market.
—Sarah Min, CNBC, 22 Aug. 2025
While still a story both triumphant and tragic, Coppola softens the latter’s edges without over-inflating the former’s elation.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 15 Aug. 2025
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Matthew Carey, Deadline, 28 Aug. 2025
My elation, however, was short-lived.
—Sahar Mustafah
august 27, Literary Hub, 27 Aug. 2025
But the elation Friday could carry the market through next week before Labor Day weekend, potentially in all parts of the market.
—Sarah Min, CNBC, 22 Aug. 2025
While still a story both triumphant and tragic, Coppola softens the latter’s edges without over-inflating the former’s elation.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 15 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for elation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for elation
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So, too, was the ecstasy at which City celebrated their equally exhilarating 3-2 victory over Arsenal, their joy at odds with the dejection of the Arsenal players who had twice clawed their way back to parity but failed to hold on.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
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Picture a night in Ibiza where melodies provide the ecstasy and the instrument is Twigs’ multifaceted voice, defying register in shifting from a whispery soprano to guttural pulses in the most surprising of ways.—
Shirley Halperin,
HollywoodReporter,
1 Oct. 2025
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Each artist created their own interpretations of Jacobs’ signature silhouettes, ranging from the Tote Bag and Snapshot to ready-to-wear, accessories and wallets, through the lens of joy as wearable fashions.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
2 Oct. 2025
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That means more kids can experience the joy of building and imaginative play without frustration.—
Emily Glover,
Parents,
2 Oct. 2025
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In the comment section, the Robertson family shared their happiness for the couple and excitement for the new additions.—
Kayla Grant,
PEOPLE,
6 Oct. 2025
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Some of Swift’s fans blame Kelce for being a weak muse, others suspect that her happiness is the problem.—
Jennifer Gonnerman,
New Yorker,
6 Oct. 2025
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Eusexua was conceived on the dance floor and delivers the euphoria of a club scene in its techno- and house-driven heyday.—
Shirley Halperin,
HollywoodReporter,
1 Oct. 2025
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Bailey immersed himself in the euphoria, even sneaking into a Wicked sing-along at the cinema to get the full fan experience.—
Olivia-Anne Cleary,
Time,
30 Sep. 2025
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The juxtaposition with the early Italian modern art created an aesthetic heaven.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
29 Sep. 2025
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Just look a little to the left of Altair in the early evening heavens.—
Mike Lynch,
Twin Cities,
28 Sep. 2025
Noun
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That rush—the mix of precision, danger, and raw exhilaration—stays with you.—
Tony Bradley,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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The exhilaration of a near miss.—
Megan Cummins
August 5,
Literary Hub,
5 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Everything about this outfit is a delight — much like the actress herself.—
Andrea Wurzburger,
PEOPLE,
1 Oct. 2025
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Foodies will enjoy the signature delights of the region, like Tropea onions, spicy nduja sausage spread, and the classic frozen Tartufo, made with layers of mouthwatering gelato.—
Gary Portuesi,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Sep. 2025
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“Elation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elation. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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