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
Evan Bush, NBC news, 6 Apr. 2026
None of those cars is electric, and none of them are flagships by any stretch of imagination.
—New Atlas, 6 Apr. 2026
Joel Feder, The Drive, 18 Mar. 2026
The Lumineers believe wholly in their clean, Whole Foods electric-folk.
—Ramon Ramirez, Austin American Statesman, 17 Mar. 2026
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Adjective
Instead, astronauts use an electric shaver with a vacuum attached.
—Evan Bush, NBC news, 6 Apr. 2026
None of those cars is electric, and none of them are flagships by any stretch of imagination.
—New Atlas, 6 Apr. 2026
Noun
That battery pack enables about 25 miles of electric-only driving range, according to BMW.
—Joel Feder, The Drive, 18 Mar. 2026
The Lumineers believe wholly in their clean, Whole Foods electric-folk.
—Ramon Ramirez, Austin American Statesman, 17 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for electric
Adjective
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There is, however, a fitness center equipped with cardio machines, free weights, and resistance training, as well as an outdoor yoga platform with breathtaking vantage points and complimentary classes offered Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays during sunrise.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Apr. 2026
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The story of the shoot, at the real-life club, in midtown Manhattan, is a breathtaking adventure.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Poor lighting – especially at night – can make the results of colorimetric tests difficult to interpret, Walsh said.—
Holly Yan,
CNN Money,
5 Apr. 2026
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Stucchi recommends in-paver LEDs, low bollards, or recessed path lighting to give your driveway a welcoming glow.—
Alexandra Kelly,
Martha Stewart,
5 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Everyday outings, like going to the grocery store, are exciting adventures for him.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
8 Apr. 2026
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In an interview with STAT, Nedergaard, who is also affiliated with the University of Copenhagen, explained some of the exciting implications of her research, including its possible application for better tools to screen for — and combat — neurological conditions like Alzheimer’s.—
Amanda Erickson,
STAT,
7 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Two similar blazes occurred in 2017, both caused by falling paper sky lanterns.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
8 Apr. 2026
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The vibe is romantic and historic but not stuffy, with a design scheme that integrates elements of Japanese design into its bedrooms with floor beds, paper lanterns, and minimalist details.—
Bailey Berg,
Architectural Digest,
8 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Rooms are in muted tones of grey, green, and dusky blue, and even the smallest have plenty of space with king-size beds and a table and chairs—the city views are more interesting, but the ones overlooking the courtyard have dinky Juliette balconies as a consolation.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Apr. 2026
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Just one last, quick point on your interesting interview with Governor Moore.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
5 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Set the scene, light a fragrant candle, and let the spring fun begin.—
Aashna Gheewalla,
PEOPLE,
2 Apr. 2026
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In English many words derive from ancient languages such as Latin (candle) and Greek (biology) or are borrowed from other languages (guru, cigar, karaoke).—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
2 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Through rare archival footage and candid interviews in this vivid and electrifying documentary, Billie Jean King recalls the victories, struggles, and sacrifices behind her trailblazing career.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
1 Apr. 2026
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One of the greatest, most electrifying receivers in the league across the past decade had his four-year Dolphins tenure come to an end with his release.—
David Furones,
Sun Sentinel,
16 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Your left controls are for the headlight – which is massive, but not particularly bright at 250 lumens, a horn, and your PAS.—
Joe Salas
April 07,
New Atlas,
7 Apr. 2026
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Police in White Bear Lake, Minnesota, said that law enforcement pulled him over for speeding, having a broken headlight and expired registration.—
Caroline Cummings,
CBS News,
6 Apr. 2026
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“Electric.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/electric. Accessed 11 Apr. 2026.
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