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
Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 1 June 2026
Power comes from a 210hp electric motor driving the front wheels.
—Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Christopher Buchanan, Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2026
The rising electric-bicycle trend is also putting pressure on traditional bicycle sales.
—Samantha Gowen, Oc Register, 18 May 2026
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Adjective
Waymo uses custom chips, while Chinese electric car giant BYD last week joined Nio and Xpeng in revealing their own semiconductors for driver-assist systems.
—Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 1 June 2026
Power comes from a 210hp electric motor driving the front wheels.
—Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Noun
On the last Unusual Tuesday of April, Zabaglio performed soft electric-indie ballads to a roar of applause as the first act of the night.
—Christopher Buchanan, Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2026
The rising electric-bicycle trend is also putting pressure on traditional bicycle sales.
—Samantha Gowen, Oc Register, 18 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for electric
Adjective
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River Bend Overlook A bend in the Little Missouri River gives this overlook its name, which also flaunts breathtaking, panoramic views of the North Unit's badlands.—
Julia Sayers Gokhale,
Midwest Living,
1 June 2026
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Astronauts on the International Space Station are usually immersed in groundbreaking science experiments or witnessing breathtaking cosmic sights – not showcasing their skills in the culinary arts.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
1 June 2026
Noun
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At Eau Bar during early sunset, spring for a poolside lounger to catch a soul-stirring ceremony of bodu beru drummers walking the edge of a circular infinity pool, torch-lighting a fire ring backed by a fading horizon.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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In July 2025, Hurley revealed another one of her tricks for taking the best bikini photos, emphasizing that lighting was key.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
1 June 2026
Adjective
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For a culture hit, there’s the contemporary Saatchi Gallery in Duke of York Square and the nearby Royal Court theatre, known for championing exciting, up-and-coming playwrights.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Experience magic as the aquarium comes alive with glowing corals and exciting live performances.—
Kayla Rivera,
AJC.com,
2 June 2026
Noun
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Dedicated to vintage Asian cinema, the interior is brimming with Godzilla figurines and anime posters under the glow of Japanese paper lanterns.—
Mariette Williams,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
27 May 2026
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Exempt items include ammo, firearms, bows, arrows, wrist guards, muzzles, silencers, rods and reels of $75 or less, tackle boxes of $30 or less, tents of $200 or less, sleeping bags, hammocks, camping stoves, camp chairs of $50 or less, and lanterns and flashlights $30 or less.—
Jeffrey Schweers,
The Orlando Sentinel,
26 May 2026
Adjective
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The mini-bar had a decent selection of interesting snacks, and for coffee there’s a Nespresso machine.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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The white, wavy detailing adds just enough contrast to feel fresh and interesting without sacrificing comfort or versatility.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
31 May 2026
Noun
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Always unplug electric candle warmers, space heaters, and similar devices when not in use to avoid fire hazards.—
Emily Williams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 June 2026
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These misshapen and withered figurines—a teddy bear with a candle and a turkey in pointed shoes—looked over at the photos from low plinths in one corner of the gallery.—
Theo Belci,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
Adjective
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Recorded throughout the book tour for On Morrison—Serpell’s electrifying, critical examination of Morrison’s writing—each episode welcomes listeners into rooms full of readers and discussions of how Morrison made her words sing.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 May 2026
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As far as transmission goes, there’s no better way to keep up the high energy of Chanel’s major Seoul moment with an after party at the futuristic Dongdaemun Design Plaza, where guests and celebrities witnessed electrifying performances by Jennie of Blackpink and Peggy Gou.—
Lee Hyo-won,
Footwear News,
27 May 2026
Noun
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Law enforcement noted her 2005 GMC Yukon had significant damage, including a smashed headlight and broken windshield, matching debris at the crash site.—
Tom Olsen,
Twin Cities,
23 May 2026
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Like a bright headlight facing you dead on or the sudden honk of a loud horn, only the jump scares keep you from falling asleep during the seemingly interminable Passenger.—
Frank Scheck,
HollywoodReporter,
22 May 2026
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“Electric.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/electric. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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