as in breathtaking
causing great emotional or mental stimulation
Dr. King's "I Have a Dream" speech was one of the truly electric moments in American oratory
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Recent Examples of electric
C. Isaiah Smalls Ii, Miami Herald, 1 May 2025
Tesla Chair Robyn Denholm said the electric vehicle maker's board has not contacted recruitment firms to start a search for a new CEO to replace Elon Musk.
—Anne Marie D. Lee, CBS News, 1 May 2025
Mark Kempic, Baltimore Sun, 26 Mar. 2025
Maserati had even said that its entire lineup would be electrified—battery electric or hybrid — by 2028.
—Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 7 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
That was certainly the case during his electric 2023 season.
—C. Isaiah Smalls Ii, Miami Herald, 1 May 2025
Tesla Chair Robyn Denholm said the electric vehicle maker's board has not contacted recruitment firms to start a search for a new CEO to replace Elon Musk.
—Anne Marie D. Lee, CBS News, 1 May 2025
Noun
Columbia Gas of Maryland, in fact, has a tool available on our website where Maryland residents can calculate the annual heating costs and water heating costs of natural gas, electric, propane and oil.
—Mark Kempic, Baltimore Sun, 26 Mar. 2025
Maserati had even said that its entire lineup would be electrified—battery electric or hybrid — by 2028.
—Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 7 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for electric
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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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Set largely in the breathtaking backdrop of Capri, Italy this time around, the story finds Emily getting married and Stephanie questioning Emily’s motive on why she was invited to the joyous occasion.—
Jeff Conway,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
Noun
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Men’s Pathfinder Rechargeable LED Cap $45 $35 at L.L. Bean Stay prepared on the trail with this rugged lighted ball cap, built for hikers and campers who need reliable, hands-free lighting.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Apr. 2025
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Inspired by travel, art, and design, Fried combines vintage and modern pieces into elegant, polished interiors distinguished by luxe textures and striking accents such as sculptural lighting, shapely furnishings, and captivating art.—
Elizabeth Stamp,
Architectural Digest,
29 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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This is a good fight trending toward an exciting finish.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
3 May 2025
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His aggressive, exciting driving style is already winning over fans.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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Tianyu Lights Festival is a ticketed nighttime experience featuring 25 lantern installations.—
Catherine Muccigrosso,
Charlotte Observer,
28 Apr. 2025
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Our picks include bohemian woven lamps to modern metal lights, craftmade antiqued lanterns, and industrial-chic pendants.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
24 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Welcome to Taste Test, where every week our critic Jonah Flicker explores the most buzzworthy and interesting whiskeys in the world.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
4 May 2025
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What a night of interesting and awesome fights in Des Moines, Iowa.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
Noun
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Others are more like kitchen drawers overflowing with odds and ends: candle stubs, matchbooks, lids to missing jars, takeout menus from restaurants that shut down during Covid.—
A.O. Scott,
New York Times,
2 May 2025
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Like crying, but on a bouclé sofa, ideally with a candle line dropping Friday.—
Remy Blumenfeld,
HollywoodReporter,
1 May 2025
Noun
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Seatbelts ensured drivers were protected, while headlights improved visibility significantly.—
Fredrik Nilsson,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
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Make your vehicle visible to others both ahead of you and behind you by using your low-beam headlights since this means your taillights will also be on.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 May 2025
Adjective
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Olivia Erwin Interiors takes on the thrilling restoration of a 1859 Garden District gem Photography by Christian HarderStyled by Katja Greeff May 2, 2025 All products featured on Architectural Digest are independently selected by our editors.—
Laura May Todd,
Architectural Digest,
2 May 2025
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However, the supporting cast had important roles as well, with Barcelona and Inter’s centre-forwards playing vital tactical roles in a thrilling 3-3 draw.—
Ahmed Walid,
New York Times,
1 May 2025
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“Electric.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/electric. Accessed 12 May. 2025.
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