1
as in qi
a spiritual force that is held to emanate from or give animation to living beings
many Eastern cultures believe in the significance of life energy in the healing process
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2
as in vigor
active strength of body or mind
for a woman of advanced years, she has remarkable energy
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3
as in fuel
something with a usable capacity for doing work
some of the power needs of the house are provided by solar energy
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as in power
the ability to exert effort for the accomplishment of a task
I'm so tired that I don't think I have the energy to take another step
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Recent Examples of energy
Zelensky is expected to argue his case for the acquisition of the missiles that will enable Ukrainian forces to strike targets deep inside Russia, such as energy infrastructure, military bases and weapons factories.
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Robert Birsel, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Oct. 2025
On a late afternoon video call, Dave East appears relaxed but focused — the kind of energy that suggests both reflection and momentum.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 17 Oct. 2025
In the decades that followed, outdoor climbing was effectively reserved for those with ready access to crags and gear, who had ample time and energy to burn.
—Kelli María Korducki, HubSpot, 17 Oct. 2025
Tolleson Union High School District Seeks a $125 million bond for safety and security, building maintenance, replacement of major systems for energy efficiency, construction of school buildings, technology, furniture and transportation vehicles.
—Erick Trevino, AZCentral.com, 17 Oct. 2025
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Robert Birsel, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Oct. 2025
On a late afternoon video call, Dave East appears relaxed but focused — the kind of energy that suggests both reflection and momentum.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 17 Oct. 2025
In the decades that followed, outdoor climbing was effectively reserved for those with ready access to crags and gear, who had ample time and energy to burn.
—Kelli María Korducki, HubSpot, 17 Oct. 2025
Tolleson Union High School District Seeks a $125 million bond for safety and security, building maintenance, replacement of major systems for energy efficiency, construction of school buildings, technology, furniture and transportation vehicles.
—Erick Trevino, AZCentral.com, 17 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for energy
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While not explicitly mimicking their moves, from scuttling to pounces the choreography does have a vigor that drives friendly and fierce moves into the fantastic.—
Guillermo Perez,
Miami Herald,
14 Oct. 2025
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Safdie shoots the table tennis sequences with breathtaking vigor, often capturing Chalamet dominating matches in long, single takes.—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Oct. 2025
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While the airports are run by the county government, their funding comes from fuel sales, retail revenue and the fees airlines pay to run flights in and out of Miami.—
Douglas Hanks,
Miami Herald,
17 Oct. 2025
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The deal allows Aramco to raise external funding to support its Jafurah gas project — a key part of the company’s plan to increase gas production by 60% to meet rising demand for the fuel.—
Matthew Martin,
semafor.com,
17 Oct. 2025
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Zebra mussels can completely clog water intake structures and affect public water supplies, power generation and many other industries.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
21 Oct. 2025
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The Dallas Cowboys climbed up most NFL power rankings lists following their 44-22 win over the Washington Commanders on Sunday.—
Lawrence Dow,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
21 Oct. 2025
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The aura of loserdom hovers over him.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
15 Oct. 2025
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In that silence, the aura of D’Angelo only grew wider.—
Marcus J. Moore,
Pitchfork,
15 Oct. 2025
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Hamas’ Government Media Office said 480 humanitarian aid trucks, including three with cooking gas and six with diesel fuel, entered Gaza on Wednesday.—
Lauren Kent,
CNN Money,
16 Oct. 2025
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Butane, a flammable gas, cannot be shipped and is the only item omitted from this kit.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
16 Oct. 2025
Noun
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In a struggle that eventually leads to Jayson holding Maeve hostage outside, Grasso musters strength and shoots Jayson in the head, in a small act of vengeance for Lizzie.—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
20 Oct. 2025
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Meantime, continued strength at LongHorn has been driven by improving taste, service and quality metrics, per the analyst.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
20 Oct. 2025
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For bones, spirits, and some menacing dolls, here’s where to go for a fright.—
Sophie Friedman,
AFAR Media,
22 Oct. 2025
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The spirit has strong notes of star anise and caraway, with a range of holiday spices.—
Kelli Arseneau,
jsonline.com,
22 Oct. 2025
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Nix had no juice early, with four straight incompletions to start, and Payton continued to struggle to find any flow as a play-caller for three quarters.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
20 Oct. 2025
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Remember when Tyreek Hill was drinking pickle juice during a 2020 Chiefs game?—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
20 Oct. 2025
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“Energy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/energy. Accessed 24 Oct. 2025.
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