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
The pink powder in one bag tested positive for ketamine, and the other tested positive for both MDMA, commonly known as ecstasy, and ketamine, according to a stipulation read in court.
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Lisa Respers France, CNN Money, 20 May 2025
Ventura also accused Combs of also using ecstasy and cocaine.
—Adam Reiss, NBC news, 15 May 2025
Some of the victims were allegedly drugged with ketamine, ecstasy, or other drugs in order to engage in such activities with Combs.
—Solcyré Burga, Time, 5 May 2025
According to James, some of the pills were ecstasy.
—Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 27 May 2025
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Lisa Respers France, CNN Money, 20 May 2025
Ventura also accused Combs of also using ecstasy and cocaine.
—Adam Reiss, NBC news, 15 May 2025
Some of the victims were allegedly drugged with ketamine, ecstasy, or other drugs in order to engage in such activities with Combs.
—Solcyré Burga, Time, 5 May 2025
According to James, some of the pills were ecstasy.
—Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 27 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ecstasy
Noun
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Moments of joy, oliberated by unforgettable sadness.—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
8 June 2025
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Yet moments of sheer joy arrived sparingly, a balance in a greater storytelling arc involving introspection, anger, reflection, comfort, struggle, fear, confusion and spirituality.—
Bob Gendron,
Chicago Tribune,
7 June 2025
Noun
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The ball hit the back of the rim and soared into the heavens.—
James L. Edwards III,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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One step below rocketing into the heavens, astrotourism is all about stargazing.—
David Christopher Kaufman,
Air Mail,
17 May 2025
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Joe has feelings for Georgia but swallows them for her happiness.—
Erin Jensen,
USA Today,
6 June 2025
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Rather than unmitigated communion, which describes putting others first while sacrificing your happiness and well-being, other-centeredness is based on the philosophical idea that everyone’s needs are equally valuable and that interpersonal connections matter deeply.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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After the post-election euphoria in markets at the end of last year, brokers saw a surge in interest from potential renters in January and February.—
Robert Frank,
CNBC,
30 May 2025
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The focus shifts to Santino and Rosa, who quickly find that the initial euphoria of escaping routines doesn’t protect against relationship struggles.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
22 May 2025
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Set in 1950, but exploring the mystery of individual temperament at the center of worldwide millennial conflict, The Phoenician Scheme poses Welles’s inquiry about human nature while appealing to movie-lovers’ delight.—
Armond White,
National Review,
30 May 2025
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These events, often held in vibrant and relaxed settings, offer a blend of flavorful food and premium cannabis, allowing attendees to indulge in both culinary delights and recreational use of cannabis in a socially engaging environment.—
Matt Rozo,
Mercury News,
29 May 2025
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But more than anything, the overwhelming feeling in the fanbase’s online community has been elation since Swift shared her news.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
30 May 2025
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Lewis was there for the frustrations and breakthroughs, the elation when things clicked and, increasingly, the meltdowns.—
Sheri Linden,
HollywoodReporter,
18 May 2025
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Pick up his books and read just for the sheer pleasure of the great literature.—
Anna Tingley,
Variety,
6 June 2025
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Venus enters Taurus and your security-seeking second house on June 6, drawing your focus to the practical and material pleasures of love.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
6 June 2025
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Addiction refers to the physical and mental cycle of intoxication, withdrawal, and craving.13 In addition, the brain's reward pathways are activated.—
Sarah Bence,
Verywell Health,
2 June 2025
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The father did not display signs of intoxication, the report adds.—
Lance Reynolds,
Boston Herald,
27 May 2025
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“Ecstasy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ecstasy. Accessed 13 Jun. 2025.
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