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
Bloomberg, Mercury News, 16 Feb. 2026
After the expiration in September of a $7,500 federal tax credit for new electric vehicles, such companies have been under pressure to offer lower sticker prices as sales decline.
—Austin American Statesman, 16 Feb. 2026
New Atlas, 26 Jan. 2026
Together, these systems support both long-distance travel and everyday electric-only commuting, CarNewsChina writes.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 24 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
When shopping for a new car, more than 90% of EV owners choose to go electric again.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 16 Feb. 2026
After the expiration in September of a $7,500 federal tax credit for new electric vehicles, such companies have been under pressure to offer lower sticker prices as sales decline.
—Austin American Statesman, 16 Feb. 2026
Noun
Built as a two-seater electric, it’s touted as a spiritual competitor to the Mazda Miata and Tesla Roadster, and that’s not bad company at all.
—New Atlas, 26 Jan. 2026
Together, these systems support both long-distance travel and everyday electric-only commuting, CarNewsChina writes.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 24 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for electric
Adjective
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Wildly beautiful, Sydney Harbour National Park protects the islands and foreshore around the famous harbour, including some of the most breathtaking beaches, bushland, and coastal trails in the world.—
Sophie Davies,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Feb. 2026
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Since then, Ålesund has been known as a Scandinavian architectural gem, set against a breathtaking natural backdrop.—
Annabelle Dufraigne,
Architectural Digest,
15 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Unlike previous approaches to non-line-of-sight (NLOS) perception that rely on visible light, HoloRadar works reliably in darkness and under variable lighting conditions.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Feb. 2026
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That mix gives users flexibility to run laptops, car fridges, diesel heaters, lighting, and speakers without extra adapters.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
15 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The park offers one of the most exciting wildlife experiences in Southern Africa, with a million acres of biodiverse savannas, wetlands, and montane rainforests, and a range of animals that includes buffalo herds, lion prides, and an array of birds.—
Lisa Grainger,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Feb. 2026
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That changed two years ago, when the ISU lifted its ban in a bid to make the sport more exciting and popular among younger fans.—
Fernanda Figueroa,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The private beachfront dinners that include four courses plus beverage service served at a table surrounded by lanterns, facing the ocean.—
Devorah Lev-Tov,
Robb Report,
5 Feb. 2026
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Our picks for the best solar lawn lights that stay on all night include solar globe lights, in-ground lights, lanterns, and even torches.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Later during the keynote, Hounsou shared an interesting nugget about the film’s budget when asked by an audience member about the difficulty of getting period films about the African diaspora off the ground in Hollywood.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
15 Feb. 2026
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Bubic had an interesting offseason.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
15 Feb. 2026
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Use air fresheners, burn a scented candle, open the windows, sprinkle baking soda on carpets, set out a bowl of vinegar, or clean with scented cleansers.—
Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
10 Feb. 2026
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Brass had its moment, but our experts say to leave behind the sleek metal and instead mix textures, patterns, finishes, and materials by adding this under-$30 rattan lamp and these pretty candle holders into your decor.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Feb. 2026
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From electrifying performances by the sport’s biggest stars to unpredictable, edge-of-your-seat matchups and dramatic comeback victories, the World Baseball Classic delivers some of the most unforgettable moments in the game.—
Patrick Brzeski,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Jan. 2026
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This performance was electrifying, with everyone giving it their all vocally and with the choreography.—
Laura Sirikul,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Readers have also recommended Turtle Wax headlight restoration kits.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
18 Jan. 2026
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Immediately after the Honda shifts from reverse into drive and begins to move ahead, that agent at the front of the vehicle, standing near the driver’s side headlight, pulls out a gun and aims at the driver.—
Devon Lum,
Twin Cities,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Electric.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/electric. Accessed 18 Feb. 2026.
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