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as in aura
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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as in vigor
active strength of body or mind
for a woman of advanced years, she has remarkable energy
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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
Public support for nuclear has climbed back to majority levels for the first time since 2011, driven by rising energy costs.
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Clay Chandler,
semafor.com,
19 June 2026
The interim deal has halted hostilities in Iran and the Gulf and reopened the Strait of Hormuz, after Iranian attacks and threats all but stopped the flow of oil and natural gas through the waterway, creating a global energy crisis.
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Jon Gambrell,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2026
Sustainability, and the Paris Agreement, is focused on reducing energy consumption and moving towards net zero GHG emissions.
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Jon McGowan,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
From about $222,500 per week Join Robb Report at Crockfords Las Vegas to experience the electric energy of a World Cup watch party like no other.
—
Todd Plummer,
Robb Report,
19 June 2026
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Clay Chandler,
semafor.com,
19 June 2026
The interim deal has halted hostilities in Iran and the Gulf and reopened the Strait of Hormuz, after Iranian attacks and threats all but stopped the flow of oil and natural gas through the waterway, creating a global energy crisis.
—
Jon Gambrell,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2026
Sustainability, and the Paris Agreement, is focused on reducing energy consumption and moving towards net zero GHG emissions.
—
Jon McGowan,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
From about $222,500 per week Join Robb Report at Crockfords Las Vegas to experience the electric energy of a World Cup watch party like no other.
—
Todd Plummer,
Robb Report,
19 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for energy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for energy
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Gaethje will have no shortage of suitors and Topuria is likely to receive a few callouts now that his aura of invincibility has been compromised.
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That is when the United States duels Australia on Friday in a World Cup match hyped by a budding rivalry, next-phase magnitude, and home-field aura.
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The crowd shook her car with such vigor that the 23-year-old Westminster resident couldn’t turn up the music like people shouted at her to do.
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Gorlin-Crenshaw notes that cool temperatures, such as those below 60 degrees Fahrenheit, will slow plant development and reduce plant vigor.
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The Sevastopol resident – who did not want to be named for safety reasons – told CNN there was no fuel at gas stations, but that public transport was still running.
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The Smoking River Brewing Company nearby is your best option for post-hike fuel, with brick oven pizza, beer, live music, and bingo.
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To put these figures in perspective, the entire city of San Francisco consumes about 1 gigawatt of power.
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The Hermosa Beach Pier closed Sunday morning after a truck collided with nearby power lines.
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Thank you for a plethora of news on June 17 that didn’t crush our spirits.
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The appearance represented one of the highest-profile bookings in the festival’s history and fulfilled organizers’ goal of bringing an artist whose work aligned with the spirit of Juneteenth.
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That campaign has upended daily life for people on the peninsula, resulting in frequent drone strikes, a ban on gas sales to ordinary residents, and the suspension of summer camps for children.
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The costs of rent, gas and food all got more expensive in May, according to Labor Department data.
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The study was small, and follow-up research has not yet confirmed those results with the same strength.
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Draw upon your well of strength.
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Treatments range from Chinese-inspired, correcting the flow of qi within the body, to Ayurvedic, rooted in India’s most ancient healing science.
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What to Remove for Better Feng Shui Feng shui, an ancient Chinese practice, focuses on creating a harmonious flow of energy, known as chi.
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“Energy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/energy. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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