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
Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 16 Sep. 2025
The week in culture was nothing short of electric.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 15 Sep. 2025
Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 20 Oct. 2025
Watching Emily take in Sara of all people telling a story about her brother is even more electric.
—Grace Byron, Vulture, 20 Oct. 2025
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Adjective
Plus, grab knife sets and a nifty electric can opener to streamline your cooking.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 16 Sep. 2025
The week in culture was nothing short of electric.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 15 Sep. 2025
Noun
The country twang of her Nashville origins has been replaced with sonorous synths, and in the case of Showgirl, a throwback to the retro electric guitar sound of her bestselling 2014 album 1989.
—Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 20 Oct. 2025
Watching Emily take in Sara of all people telling a story about her brother is even more electric.
—Grace Byron, Vulture, 20 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for electric
Adjective
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The rock formations of the Burren in County Clare create a barren but breathtaking landscape that stretches out to the sea.—
Bernadette Keith,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Oct. 2025
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Black Swan excels by offering breathtaking dance choreography, and the film's gorgeous cinematography provides viewers with a tapestry of imagery unparalleled by most psychological horror films.—
Steven Thrash,
Entertainment Weekly,
19 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Admirers can switch between nine lighting modes, including warm white and multicolor hues, as well as flickering and flashing light shows.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
22 Oct. 2025
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The lighting design with hues of pinks, blues, and violet, are impeccable by David Lander, making sure the changes are sharp but not intrusive to the character’s world.—
Michelle F. Solomon,
Miami Herald,
21 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Watching these flux ropes in the simulation form so quickly and move toward Earth was exciting, but concerning.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
24 Oct. 2025
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Prior to undergoing Tommy John surgery in June 2024, Luis Perales had broken out as one of the Red Sox’s most exciting minor league pitchers.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
23 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Thomas hid wires from the hanging lanterns by opening up the suspension rope and feeding the electrical line through it, then closing the rope again.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
25 Oct. 2025
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Family and friends honor Sessions’ by gathering on a beach to light lanterns on the anniversary of his death.—
Sabrina Weiss,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Because that could really be interesting.—
Josh Robbins,
New York Times,
22 Oct. 2025
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This has created interesting bedfellows, where politicians on both sides of the aisle increasingly agree that regulations must be streamlined to support supply.—
Samantha Delouya,
CNN Money,
21 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The holiday is a major event in India, particularly for followers of Hinduism and Sikhism, and is marked by candle and lamp lighting to symbolize light over darkness and good over evil.—
Stephen Hobbs,
Sacbee.com,
20 Oct. 2025
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For more of the best fall candle picks from Better Homes & Gardens, check out similar options below.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
19 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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As the largest city in Brazil, São Paulo has long been an electrifying destination for travelers.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
17 Oct. 2025
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Gebhardt returned and iced the game with an electrifying 53-yard run, breaking several tackles as Summit pushed its lead to 39-22.—
Jordan Neal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Oct. 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 27 Oct. 2025.
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