as in ecstasy
a state of overwhelming usually pleasurable emotion
most people can't imagine the kind of elation that comes with winning a super lottery's grand prize, but they're dying to find out
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Recent Examples of elation
The tears are of both elation and relief for Rose, who came out to her family as a trans woman in the summer of 2024.
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Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 18 Apr. 2025
Taiwan’s elation at Biden’s defense aid, support for American renewable energy and technology policy under the Inflation Reduction Act and CHIPS Act, or tying itself in with support for Ukraine has transformed into liabilities Taipei is hoping segments of the American electorate forget.
—Wesley Alexander Hill, Forbes.com, 11 Apr. 2025
The Lakers’ elation one night earlier, after James tipped in the game-winning basket at the buzzer for a 120-119 win over the Indiana Pacers, eluded them on Thursday in a rematch with the Bulls, who had beaten them by 31 points last Saturday.
—Jovan Buha, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
Then came Wednesday, and the pure elation Rosenthal experienced with Hagenman’s debut.
—Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 17 Apr. 2025
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Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 18 Apr. 2025
Taiwan’s elation at Biden’s defense aid, support for American renewable energy and technology policy under the Inflation Reduction Act and CHIPS Act, or tying itself in with support for Ukraine has transformed into liabilities Taipei is hoping segments of the American electorate forget.
—Wesley Alexander Hill, Forbes.com, 11 Apr. 2025
The Lakers’ elation one night earlier, after James tipped in the game-winning basket at the buzzer for a 120-119 win over the Indiana Pacers, eluded them on Thursday in a rematch with the Bulls, who had beaten them by 31 points last Saturday.
—Jovan Buha, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
Then came Wednesday, and the pure elation Rosenthal experienced with Hagenman’s debut.
—Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 17 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for elation
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The New York Times reported last month that Musk used ketamine, ecstasy, and psychedelic mushrooms during his campaigning for Trump last year.—
Steve Inskeep,
NPR,
6 June 2025
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The publication also alleged that Musk 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,
2 June 2025
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
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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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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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Not even the endless crowing about this daredevil feat in the marketing campaign leading up to the Cannes Film Festival premiere (and the movie’s release on May 23rd) can suck the exhilaration and sense of awe of watching this extended jaunt through the wild blue yonder.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
15 May 2025
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The point was not to relive the exhilaration of a sterling 31-11 run.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
15 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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“Elation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elation. Accessed 14 Jun. 2025.
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