as in joy
a state of overwhelming usually pleasurable emotion
actors are typically in ecstasy upon winning an Oscar
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Recent Examples of ecstasy
His face registers every chord or riff with what could be torture or ecstasy.
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David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Feb. 2025
The ache at the sight of an empty mailbox was, in my memory, more than balanced out by the ecstasy at the letter that finally arrived.
—Melissa Kirsch, New York Times, 15 Feb. 2025
Those three drugs alone have made up over 93% of seizures in recent years, while ecstasy, fentanyl, heroin, ketamine, LSD and methamphetamine make up the majority of the remaining 7%.
—Kate Linderman, Miami Herald, 6 Feb. 2025
Still, inhalant abuse is less prevalent than party drugs like ecstasy or cocaine.
—Rachel Hale, USA TODAY, 14 Jan. 2025
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David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Feb. 2025
The ache at the sight of an empty mailbox was, in my memory, more than balanced out by the ecstasy at the letter that finally arrived.
—Melissa Kirsch, New York Times, 15 Feb. 2025
Those three drugs alone have made up over 93% of seizures in recent years, while ecstasy, fentanyl, heroin, ketamine, LSD and methamphetamine make up the majority of the remaining 7%.
—Kate Linderman, Miami Herald, 6 Feb. 2025
Still, inhalant abuse is less prevalent than party drugs like ecstasy or cocaine.
—Rachel Hale, USA TODAY, 14 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ecstasy
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The lifestyle series sees the Duchess of Sussex and celebrity friends like Roy Choi, Mindy Kaling, and Alice Waters sharing personal tips and tricks, with the intention of showcasing the joys of cooking, gardening, entertaining, and friendship.—
Lissete Lanuza Sáenz,
StyleCaster,
5 Mar. 2025
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Part of the joy of the job is the ability to initiate some innovative changes at the winery.—
Liz Thach,
Forbes,
4 Mar. 2025
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Giant old growth conifers rise towards the heavens while thick ferns and mosses blanket the forest floor, all combining to dampen sound.—
Graham Averill,
Outside Online,
4 Mar. 2025
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Typically, missions surveying the heavens have wide fields of view but at only a handful of individual or groups of wavelengths of light.—
Meghan Bartels,
Scientific American,
28 Feb. 2025
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Through liberating song and dance and bold visuals, this odyssey follows the journey of four remarkable women in Mexico, each pursuing their own happiness.—
DeMicia Inman,
VIBE.com,
3 Mar. 2025
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That happiness was quickly tempered as OA and the team discovered that Gemma, who was raised on the Upper East Side in a world of penthouses and private schools, had some unsavory friends.—
Matt Webb Mitovich,
TVLine,
27 Feb. 2025
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In the delivery room, that feeling of euphoria shattered moments after the baby boy was born.—
Doc Louallen,
ABC News,
7 Mar. 2025
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Her partnership with Larry Tanenbaum’s Kilmer Sports Ventures signals the future of the league itself, as the WNBA is experiencing a moment of euphoria.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
4 Mar. 2025
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Dubbed by Corrigan as a delight, the spot does a brilliant job of bringing Irish flair to European hospitality.—
Rachel Dube,
Forbes,
11 Mar. 2025
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To my delight, the retailer has tons of cute seasonal pieces to sift through, including Hill House Ellie Nap Dress lookalikes for a fraction of the cost. ICYMI, the original nap dress became wildly popular for its charming, flattering fit that looked good on just about everyone.—
Maya Gandara,
StyleCaster,
7 Mar. 2025
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On the record, audiophiles can hear celestial and gentle percussion, thumping bass, hypnotic synths, Gray’s own vocals, a buildup that crescendos into a drop that sparks pure elation, symphonic sounds and more.—
Lisa Kocay,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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Frustration for Buffalo and elation for the defending champs: The Cook push: Fourth-and-goal, down five points in blustery Kansas City.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
The Athletic,
13 Feb. 2025
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See Our Guide Charlottesville Charlottesville is a pleasure to visit due to its tasty food scene and a plethora of beautiful shops, including a vast selection of antique stores.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
2 Mar. 2025
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In pleasure, this retrograde revealed how emotional safety and erotic freedom were deeply connected, possibly inviting a softer, more intentional relationship with personal needs.—
Colin Bedell,
Them,
28 Feb. 2025
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His body was ultimately found in the Cumberland River and his death ruled an accident as a result of intoxication and drowning.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA TODAY,
8 Mar. 2025
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The 34-year-old Traitors star — who is the son of NBA legend Michael Jordan — was initially charged with cocaine possession, driving under intoxication and resisting arrest after his Orange County, Fla. arrest on Feb. 4.—
Brenton Blanchet,
People.com,
27 Feb. 2025
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“Ecstasy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ecstasy. Accessed 17 Mar. 2025.
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