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, Oc Register, 8 June 2026
Why this case stands out Most of the cases seeking to hold companies accountable for their role in starting wildfires over the past decade have been against electric utilities, Wara said, such as PacifiCorp and PG&E.
—Emma Tucker, CNN Money, 8 June 2026
Christopher Buchanan, Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2026
The rising electric-bicycle trend is also putting pressure on traditional bicycle sales.
—Samantha Gowen, Oc Register, 18 May 2026
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Adjective
Others who are either unwilling or unable to go fully electric have turned to hybrids, which pair an electric motor with a gas-burning engine.
—Bloomberg, Oc Register, 8 June 2026
Why this case stands out Most of the cases seeking to hold companies accountable for their role in starting wildfires over the past decade have been against electric utilities, Wara said, such as PacifiCorp and PG&E.
—Emma Tucker, CNN Money, 8 June 2026
Noun
On the last Unusual Tuesday of April, Zabaglio performed soft electric-indie ballads to a roar of applause as the first act of the night.
—Christopher Buchanan, Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2026
The rising electric-bicycle trend is also putting pressure on traditional bicycle sales.
—Samantha Gowen, Oc Register, 18 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for electric
Adjective
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The views are breathtaking, and its history is rich.—
Bri Buckley,
CBS News,
8 June 2026
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As part of a new project highlighting breathtaking — and sometimes overlooked — sights across the country, here are some of the Golden State's stunning scenic spots.—
Kristin Scharkey,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
Noun
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Overhead lighting also results in the space feeling long and thin.—
Shagun Khare,
The Spruce,
7 June 2026
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The move could help strengthen domestic supply chains for semiconductors, LED lighting, and other advanced technologies.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
6 June 2026
Adjective
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The moon in Aries also energizes your 11th house of friendships and future plans, so a social event or opportunity could feel exciting.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
9 June 2026
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While the combination of editor Sarah Broshar’s relentless pacing and John Williams’ full-bodied score (which stands among the veteran composer’s finest) makes for an exciting watch throughout, the breathless action sequences are especially thrilling.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
9 June 2026
Noun
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The lighting is dim and moody, glowing paper lanterns cast a red glow over the space, and there’s Vietnamese pop music playing over the speakers.—
Mark DeJoy,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 June 2026
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After a gesture to follow, I was handed a lantern.—
Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 2026
Adjective
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There's a joyously wacky energy to this broad comedy on the whole, giving Rudd an interesting arc to play.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
7 June 2026
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And all this other stuff is interesting, the arch and the other things that bother us.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
7 June 2026
Noun
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Leo lit a candle and prayed at the tomb of Gaudí in the basilica’s crypt before the service, the highlight of Leo’s weeklong visit to Spain.—
Joseph Wilson,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 2026
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Without that step, even the most expensive candle is essentially fighting last night’s dinner.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Miami Herald,
10 June 2026
Adjective
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Recorded throughout the book tour for On Morrison—Serpell’s electrifying, critical examination of Morrison’s writing—each episode welcomes listeners into rooms full of readers and discussions of how Morrison made her words sing.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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Later, we’re treated to an electrifying scene of Dennis blackmailing a woman named Joyce Tercek in an elevator.—
Erin Qualey,
Vulture,
10 June 2026
Noun
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Sena says the headlight automatically shuts off after 10 minutes in a bid to preserve battery life.—
Utkarsh Sood
June 07,
New Atlas,
7 June 2026
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The headlight bezels and the corner light bezels have also been painted black.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
4 June 2026
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“Electric.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/electric. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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