as in breathtaking
causing great emotional or mental stimulation
Dr. King's "I Have a Dream" speech was one of the truly electric moments in American oratory
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Recent Examples of electric
Jackie Charniga, Freep.com, 12 Sep. 2025
The largest market where Chinese vehicles, whether gasoline or electric, are not being sold is North America.
—Jack Barkenbus, The Conversation, 3 Sep. 2025
Ernest Freeberg, The Conversation, 29 Sep. 2025
From the moment the Grammy-winning artist took the stage, the energy in the room was electric.
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 29 Sep. 2025
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Adjective
Part of the challenge, Barra said, was knowing how long the company could hold off before making decisions on which vehicles to produce as gas-propulsion or battery electric.
—Jackie Charniga, Freep.com, 12 Sep. 2025
The largest market where Chinese vehicles, whether gasoline or electric, are not being sold is North America.
—Jack Barkenbus, The Conversation, 3 Sep. 2025
Noun
Sparking an electric revolution Many people found creative ways to use Edison’s light bulb.
—Ernest Freeberg, The Conversation, 29 Sep. 2025
From the moment the Grammy-winning artist took the stage, the energy in the room was electric.
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 29 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for electric
Adjective
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Against this backdrop of global excellence, the Saudi Red Sea is notable for its unique blend of luxury, adventure, and authenticity along its breathtaking 1,000-plus-mile (1,800-kilometer) Red Sea coastline.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
26 Sep. 2025
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Their lot perched above the Pacific, with a view that stretches to Catalina Island, is too breathtaking to give up.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
26 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The restaurant’s minimalist design, from the pale wood furniture to the soft globe lighting, feels warm thanks to earthy textures and abundant natural light, creating a calm, modern space, perfect for enjoying a meal.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Sep. 2025
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With military modifications, the MRZR can also include infrared and blackout lighting, greater range and collapsible roll cages for internal transport in helicopters and on naval vessels.—
Mars King,
Twin Cities,
30 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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This Thursday’s episode of The Run-Through covers a lot of exciting ground.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
25 Sep. 2025
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Milk is a classic cookie counterpart, but Addison also recommends a side of Greek yogurt for something a little more exciting (and surprising).—
Audrey Bruno,
SELF,
25 Sep. 2025
Noun
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After the ceremony, the couple said that guests were ushered to a sunset cocktail hour set up between the horse stables before moving onto the reception dinner in the garden, which was illuminated with candles and lanterns.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
PEOPLE,
26 Sep. 2025
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The gallery features a parchment-cream limestone façade accented with bronze columns and crystal lanterns.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
26 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Add in the fact that Woolen is only 26 years old and things get even more interesting.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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Safdie takes a story of passion and fury, of rage and torment, and reduces it to the arm’s-length mode of the interesting.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
30 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The life span of the batteries used in your flameless candle varies depending on battery type, candle model and usage.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
30 Sep. 2025
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Then fill the candle with water, leaving enough space for the wax to float to the top.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
30 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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What follows is visually electrifying, surreal … and disappointingly empty.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
18 Sep. 2025
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But Bob’s behavior, One Battle After Another argues, is also entirely justified because of the terrifying brutality of the world—a reality that crashes into Bob’s hazy reverie to create an electrifying, thoughtful blockbuster.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
18 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The image revealed the car brutally smashed up, missing its right headlight and with its bumper hanging off.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
14 Sep. 2025
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Spencer made a U-turn and pursued the vehicle, flashing his headlights and blaring his horn.—
Faith Karimi,
CNN Money,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Electric.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/electric. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025.
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