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
Max Zahn, ABC News, 12 May 2025
The drone has eight electric motors and is powered by a lithium-ion battery.
—Janet Loehrke, USA Today, 12 May 2025
Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, FOXNews.com, 22 Apr. 2025
Houston was simply without an answer for the electric, shifty guard who punished each and every defender that was put in his crosshairs.
—Kelly Iko, The Athletic, 18 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
Tesla, the electric carmaker led by White House advisor Elon Musk, jumped nearly 7%.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 12 May 2025
The drone has eight electric motors and is powered by a lithium-ion battery.
—Janet Loehrke, USA Today, 12 May 2025
Noun
This is part of Yamaha’s big plan to reach carbon neutrality by 2050, using a mix of electric, alternative fuels and now hydrogen technology.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, FOXNews.com, 22 Apr. 2025
Houston was simply without an answer for the electric, shifty guard who punished each and every defender that was put in his crosshairs.
—Kelly Iko, The Athletic, 18 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for electric
Adjective
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Known for her boundary-pushing creativity and breathtaking stage presence, Taylor will also be spearheading the creative direction for the 106 & Park 25th Anniversary Tribute.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
15 May 2025
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Tim Duncan has 37 points and 16 rebounds, and Tony Parker adds 27 points to help the San Antonio Spurs overpower the Lakers 110-82 to win the Western Conference semifinal series 4-2. 2004 — With one breathtaking surge, Smarty Jones posts a record 11½-length victory in the Preakness.—
Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2025
Noun
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Many underground cinematic works are shot with handheld cameras, documentary-style cinematography, and non-studio lighting.—
Ali Farahmand,
IndieWire,
23 May 2025
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Remember, a tent offers no protection from lighting.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
23 May 2025
Adjective
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While seemingly indifferent, like Yi-young, Gi-on actually finds the department exciting and wants to stay.—
Kayti Burt,
Time,
19 May 2025
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There were a variety of topics covered today, including what the ramifications of failing to qualify for the Champions League would be, who should replace Alexander Isak against Everton if the striker is declared unfit, Sean Longstaff's future, and whether exciting, marquee signings will arrive.—
Chris Waugh,
New York Times,
19 May 2025
Noun
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The Blue Dragon - Always evening under the glow of ethereal lanterns, guests can enjoy Pan-Asian cuisine as dazzling neon dragons chase across the walls, or curl up with a cocktail at The Tiger Bar.—
Samantha Neely,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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And hovering to the lower left of the lunar crescent will be the planet Venus, shining like a brilliant silvery-white celestial lantern of magnitude -4.5.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
22 May 2025
Adjective
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There’s something quite interesting about the actor’s experience.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
17 May 2025
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Maureen Murphy made things interesting late in the third period, cutting the Ottawa lead in half with five minutes remaining.—
Hailey Salvian,
New York Times,
17 May 2025
Noun
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Legend has it that children bid farewell by standing on the riverbank with candles to light the way.—
Edwin Goei,
Los Angeles Times,
16 May 2025
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The 49-year-old recounted that Combs would often request Oddi wear a police officer costume and that the atmosphere included dim lights and candles.—
Madeleine Marr,
Miami Herald,
16 May 2025
Noun
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The car was stationary, but its headlights were on, according to records made public by COPA last month.—
Sam Charles,
Chicago Tribune,
19 May 2025
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Make your vehicle visible to others both ahead of you and behind you by using your low-beam headlights since this means your taillights will also be on.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
15 May 2025
Adjective
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Real Madrid is coming off a thrilling match against Barcelona in which Kylian Mbappe scored a hat trick with goals in the 5', 14', and 70'.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 May 2025
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Pretending to apply makeup with toys, or occasionally smearing some real makeup on with adult supervision, can be a healthy way for kids to explore that idea—and a fun, even thrilling way to assert their sense of self.—
Faran Krentcil,
The Atlantic,
14 May 2025
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“Electric.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/electric. Accessed 28 May. 2025.
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