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
Jackie Charniga, Freep.com, 12 Sep. 2025
The largest market where Chinese vehicles, whether gasoline or electric, are not being sold is North America.
—Jack Barkenbus, The Conversation, 3 Sep. 2025
Emily Nussbaum, New Yorker, 6 Oct. 2025
Despite a tumultuous 12 months — marked by tariff anxiety and an expiring electric vehicle tax credit that led to a massive rush for buyers to cash in on EVs — Stellantis' sales report is good news for the international automaker.
—Liam Rappleye, USA Today, 6 Oct. 2025
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Adjective
Part of the challenge, Barra said, was knowing how long the company could hold off before making decisions on which vehicles to produce as gas-propulsion or battery electric.
—Jackie Charniga, Freep.com, 12 Sep. 2025
The largest market where Chinese vehicles, whether gasoline or electric, are not being sold is North America.
—Jack Barkenbus, The Conversation, 3 Sep. 2025
Noun
The match with Rhys was electric.
—Emily Nussbaum, New Yorker, 6 Oct. 2025
Despite a tumultuous 12 months — marked by tariff anxiety and an expiring electric vehicle tax credit that led to a massive rush for buyers to cash in on EVs — Stellantis' sales report is good news for the international automaker.
—Liam Rappleye, USA Today, 6 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for electric
Adjective
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This is a breathtaking abuse of the law and power.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
5 Oct. 2025
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Glen Manor Vineyards and Chester Gap Cellars both offer open-air tasting patios that showcase breathtaking views of the Shenandoah Valley.—
Erin Gifford,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Tesla also removed ambient lighting, certain exterior light bars, power-folding mirrors, and other upgrades introduced in previous refreshes.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Oct. 2025
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During the end-of-year holiday season, there's Christmas tree lighting, breakfast with Santa, gingerbread house workshops, and Tommy the Real Elf experiences.—
Patricia Doherty,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Their stories capture the creativity, resilience, and ambition that are making Arizona one of the most exciting places for innovation and entrepreneurship in 2025.—
Wyles Daniel,
AZCentral.com,
2 Oct. 2025
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Stories can be prepared, but since most decisions ultimately fall to the roll of the dice, there’s an exciting spontaneity for the millions of people watching at home.—
Elisabeth Garber-Paul,
Rolling Stone,
2 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Deutch and Tatro's joint post included a collection of Polaroids from the big moment, which featured a seaside proposal and plenty of lanterns lighting the couple's way.—
Jen Juneau,
PEOPLE,
29 Sep. 2025
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Your animal friends will get tasty pumpkin treats and seasonal enrichment as jack o' lanterns become reefs for the underwater creatures.—
Caroline Ritzie,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
28 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The window encasing the passenger compartment is perhaps the most striking aspect, and, if the car is ever built, will have an interesting windshield wiper setup.—
Erik Shilling,
Robb Report,
7 Oct. 2025
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Vintage kitchen items like mixing bowls and pitchers make interesting containers for fall foliage and flowers.—
Emily Williams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Stein’s bedroom adjoined the room where Dodge would visit her lover at night; kept awake by the murmurings and moans, Stein lit a candle and composed a portrait of her host.—
Via Scribner,
Literary Hub,
7 Oct. 2025
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There’s no limit to the number of candle holders a votive-loving household can have.—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
7 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The pace was not as electrifying as Theo Walcott’s destructive dash from one end of Anfield to the other for Arsenal against the same opponents three years later, which set up Emmanuel Adebayor.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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What follows is visually electrifying, surreal … and disappointingly empty.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
18 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The image revealed the car brutally smashed up, missing its right headlight and with its bumper hanging off.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
14 Sep. 2025
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Spencer made a U-turn and pursued the vehicle, flashing his headlights and blaring his horn.—
Faith Karimi,
CNN Money,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Electric.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/electric. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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