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
Drew Kann, AJC.com, 11 May 2026
On energy and technology, a measure called the POWER Act would require data centers — whose power demands have strained the electric grid — to draw from local renewable sources and meet new water and electricity reporting requirements.
—Jeremy Gorner, Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
Ethan Baron, Mercury News, 6 Apr. 2026
Your choice to drive electric improves New Jersey’s air quality and helps slow climate change.
—Keith Laing, USA Today, 30 Mar. 2026
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Adjective
Georgia is known for peaches, pecans and more recently, making electric vehicles and the batteries that power them.
—Drew Kann, AJC.com, 11 May 2026
On energy and technology, a measure called the POWER Act would require data centers — whose power demands have strained the electric grid — to draw from local renewable sources and meet new water and electricity reporting requirements.
—Jeremy Gorner, Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
Noun
One person is dead after trying to put out a fire started by an electric-bicycle battery in a San Jose apartment, fire officials said.
—Ethan Baron, Mercury News, 6 Apr. 2026
Your choice to drive electric improves New Jersey’s air quality and helps slow climate change.
—Keith Laing, USA Today, 30 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for electric
Adjective
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The clear turquoise waters of the Outer Hebrides are breathtaking–freezing–but breathtaking!—
Riza Cruz,
Vogue,
11 May 2026
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The park was established in 1910 and features seemingly endless acres of rugged and breathtaking landscapes and historic national park lodges.—
Dave Parfitt,
USA Today,
9 May 2026
Noun
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Prepare for sensory overload at this clattery Malaysian spot with loud lighting and photos of dishes as stark as mug shots blanketing a wall.—
Ligaya Mishan,
New York Times,
11 May 2026
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With interchangeable feet and a suite of connectors—including a camera mount, a V-mount ballhead, and a light connector—the Rocket transitions seamlessly between camera support and lighting duty.—
Robb Rice,
Robb Report,
10 May 2026
Adjective
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But that exciting crash sequence — from initial turbulence through to catastrophic Pacific Ocean landing — is where high-stakes action specialist Harlin is most firmly in his sweet spot.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Apr. 2026
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Friends, networks and social circles can bring exciting connections now.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
28 Apr. 2026
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The festival, one of South Korea’s largest public celebrations, draws thousands of participants each year and features large-scale lantern displays, processions, and cultural performances.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
6 May 2026
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Living spaces are regularly stocked with detox snacks, and surprise gifts—such as paper lanterns to float across the pool—wait for guests each night on the bed.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 May 2026
Adjective
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From there, both fighters were trading blows, but the fifth round was when Strickland had an interesting moment with Chimaev.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
10 May 2026
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Welcome to Taste Test, where every week our critic Jonah Flicker explores the most buzzworthy and interesting whiskeys in the world.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
10 May 2026
Noun
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The wellness travel market is booming, and travelers are no longer satisfied with a robe, a candle and a cucumber-water dispenser.—
Lauren Schuster,
Kansas City Star,
6 May 2026
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Each candle has a 12-ounce capacity that provides up to 70 hours of burn time, and with a variety of pretty patterns on the jars, they’re bound to enhance your decor, too.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
6 May 2026
Adjective
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Paul Philley, a program manager at the Sacramento Air Quality Management District, said electrifying transportation is a key element for the agency to meet its goal to improve air quality and achieve climate goals in the Sacramento region.—
Chaewon Chung
April 28,
Sacbee.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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But what has made the confrontation most electrifying is the way in which the pontiff is not just standing up to the president but transcending him.—
Peter Wehner,
The Atlantic,
27 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Your left controls are for the headlight – which is massive, but not particularly bright at 250 lumens, a horn, and your PAS.—
Joe Salas
April 07,
New Atlas,
7 Apr. 2026
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Police in White Bear Lake, Minnesota, said that law enforcement pulled him over for speeding, having a broken headlight and expired registration.—
Caroline Cummings,
CBS News,
6 Apr. 2026
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“Electric.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/electric. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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