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
But what might be considered 1-A epitomized so much about the team and the first draft pick of the Dayton Moore era — a player who led with his heart through all the ecstasies and agonies of his career.
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Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 31 May 2025
According to the newspaper, Musk also allegedly used ecstasy and hallucinogenic mushrooms, and was known to travel with a pill box that contained Adderall, the ADHD treatment drug, which can be a stimulant for some.
—Meredith Kile, People.com, 30 May 2025
Paul testified to seeing Combs use drugs multiple times—including cocaine, ketamine, ecstasy, and marijuana.
—Essence, 20 June 2025
The test shows apparent negative results for the following substances: benzodiazepines, amphetamines, ecstasy, barbiturates, buprenorphine, cocaine, ketamine, methadone, meperidine, zolpidems, opiates, PCP, oxycodone, propoxyphene, cannabinoids, tramadol, ethanol, fentanyl and carisoprodol.
—Marni Rose McFall, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 June 2025
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Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 31 May 2025
According to the newspaper, Musk also allegedly used ecstasy and hallucinogenic mushrooms, and was known to travel with a pill box that contained Adderall, the ADHD treatment drug, which can be a stimulant for some.
—Meredith Kile, People.com, 30 May 2025
Paul testified to seeing Combs use drugs multiple times—including cocaine, ketamine, ecstasy, and marijuana.
—Essence, 20 June 2025
The test shows apparent negative results for the following substances: benzodiazepines, amphetamines, ecstasy, barbiturates, buprenorphine, cocaine, ketamine, methadone, meperidine, zolpidems, opiates, PCP, oxycodone, propoxyphene, cannabinoids, tramadol, ethanol, fentanyl and carisoprodol.
—Marni Rose McFall, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ecstasy
Noun
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But that joy cracked under the weight of what came next.—
Danielle Bacher,
People.com,
1 July 2025
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The Ten of Cups signals joy, connection, and harmony in your personal life.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 July 2025
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As a dissident, Limonov didn’t find New York to be some immigrant heaven, but rather a cutthroat town where the Upper West Side socialites were as disaffected and atrophied as Politburo members.—
Ed Simon
June 23,
Literary Hub,
23 June 2025
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While there will be emphasis on families and domestic lives, the dazzling configurations taking place in the heavens above could even mark a period where past-life connections return to bring potential radiance and good news.—
Kyle Thomas,
People.com,
22 June 2025
Noun
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Bhutan has become famous for its different approach to governance, which has been admired in the West, for example calculating gross national happiness or mandating that 60% of the country remain forested.—
Katharina Buchholz,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
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While Mercury in Leo encourages you to prioritize your happiness on a daily basis, Saturn in Aries brings structure to your finances and sense of security.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
27 June 2025
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In the past, this kind of euphoria has made the market vulnerable to bad news.—
Garth Friesen,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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Despite the euphoria of qualifying for this week’s US Open, Vogt arrives at Oakmont with a very heavy heart following the passing of his much beloved father, Jim, just a couple of months ago.—
Patrick Snell,
CNN Money,
11 June 2025
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Despite stirring up trouble in front of the camera, Rashad has been a dream to work with, much to the delight of her millennial co-stars.—
Andy Swift,
TVLine,
6 July 2025
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That gave San Francisco a 5-1 lead, much to the delight of the thousands of Giants fans present at the intimate minor league park.—
Curtis Pashelka,
Mercury News,
6 July 2025
Noun
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That said, my comfort in self-expression declined sharply in my teenage years, when dancing suddenly became more about perfection than elation.—
Kate Nelson,
Outside Online,
22 June 2025
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So enter Turner, who in his moment of elation was focused on looking ahead.—
Tony East,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
Noun
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Where to Shop in Saint-Germain-des-Prés Saint-Germain’s retail scene blends practical staples with refined pleasures.—
Lauren Mowery,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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There are few greater pleasures than slipping your feet into some soft slides and cruising to the beach, pool, or even the office.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
People.com,
29 June 2025
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Police were unable to interview the man immediately after his May 3 arrest due to his level of intoxication.—
Ryan Murphy,
IndyStar,
2 July 2025
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Jones was booked at the Kenton County jail and faces multiple charges, including alcohol intoxication in a public place, disorderly conduct, and assault of a police officer or a probation officer.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
9 June 2025
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“Ecstasy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ecstasy. Accessed 12 Jul. 2025.
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