as in breathtaking
causing great emotional or mental stimulation
ranked the U.S. hockey team's victory in 1980 as one of the most electrifying moments in Olympic history
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to cause a pleasurable stimulation of the feelings
Marian Anderson electrified audiences with her soaring operatic voice
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Recent Examples of electrifying
David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 16 Mar. 2026
Buckley, who was also on the panel, said the Bride’s reanimation isn’t frightening so much as electrifying.
—Kennedy French, Variety, 6 Mar. 2026
After the Aphex Twin nod, however, anyone who was into the harder end of hardcore breaks could attest that KAVARI’s original productions, heard in basements from Seoul to Vienna, were as electrifying as her edits.
—James Gui, Pitchfork, 6 Feb. 2026
From electrifying performances by the sport’s biggest stars to unpredictable, edge-of-your-seat matchups and dramatic comeback victories, the World Baseball Classic delivers some of the most unforgettable moments in the game.
—Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 27 Jan. 2026
This performance was electrifying, with everyone giving it their all vocally and with the choreography.
—Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 27 Jan. 2026
Sam Darnold threw for three touchdowns and the Seattle Seahawks advanced to the Super Bowl, beating the Los Angeles Rams 31-27 in an electrifying NFC championship game.
—Andrew Destin, Chicago Tribune, 26 Jan. 2026
The last week alone has shown how electrifying and maddening LaMelo can be.
—Sam Amick, New York Times, 23 Jan. 2026
This season’s most electrifying pop of color is a lime green that takes center stage, spotted everywhere from Prada and Versace to Tibi and Erdem.
—Rosie Jarman, Vogue, 3 Jan. 2026
Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 26 Mar. 2026
China has a considerable crude stockpile and is swiftly electrifying its economy, but hundreds of millions of drivers who still rely on gas will likely feel the sting of higher prices.
—Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 24 Mar. 2026
But electrifying parts of its economy with renewables has reduced its reliance on imports.
—ABC News, 19 Mar. 2026
Teyana Taylor is electrifying in the first act of One Battle After Another as the character who sets out the dramatic stakes, and her Golden Globes speech was a highlight of this awards season.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 13 Mar. 2026
On a much brighter note, attendees at Miles Davis’ electrifying 1985 debut gig at Humphreys, which took place during a driving rainstorm, listened in rapt attention throughout.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Mar. 2026
Transportation fleets are electrifying, logistics hubs are modernizing, and entire industries are shifting toward digital operations that require significantly more power than legacy grid infrastructure was designed to handle.
—Travis Edmonds, Fortune, 6 Mar. 2026
In addition to capturing the sound of the cars and environment, Hans Zimmer’s electrifying score needed to be worked in.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 1 Mar. 2026
Jalen Brunson scored 27 points but 22 of them came in an electrifying opening quarter.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 28 Feb. 2026
Adjective
One of the greatest, most electrifying receivers in the league across the past decade had his four-year Dolphins tenure come to an end with his release.
—David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 16 Mar. 2026
Buckley, who was also on the panel, said the Bride’s reanimation isn’t frightening so much as electrifying.
—Kennedy French, Variety, 6 Mar. 2026
After the Aphex Twin nod, however, anyone who was into the harder end of hardcore breaks could attest that KAVARI’s original productions, heard in basements from Seoul to Vienna, were as electrifying as her edits.
—James Gui, Pitchfork, 6 Feb. 2026
From electrifying performances by the sport’s biggest stars to unpredictable, edge-of-your-seat matchups and dramatic comeback victories, the World Baseball Classic delivers some of the most unforgettable moments in the game.
—Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 27 Jan. 2026
This performance was electrifying, with everyone giving it their all vocally and with the choreography.
—Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 27 Jan. 2026
Sam Darnold threw for three touchdowns and the Seattle Seahawks advanced to the Super Bowl, beating the Los Angeles Rams 31-27 in an electrifying NFC championship game.
—Andrew Destin, Chicago Tribune, 26 Jan. 2026
The last week alone has shown how electrifying and maddening LaMelo can be.
—Sam Amick, New York Times, 23 Jan. 2026
This season’s most electrifying pop of color is a lime green that takes center stage, spotted everywhere from Prada and Versace to Tibi and Erdem.
—Rosie Jarman, Vogue, 3 Jan. 2026
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From there, the one-minute-and-sixteen-second clip unfolds with a rapid montage of electrifying concert footage, interspersed with candid moments from life on the road.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 26 Mar. 2026
China has a considerable crude stockpile and is swiftly electrifying its economy, but hundreds of millions of drivers who still rely on gas will likely feel the sting of higher prices.
—Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 24 Mar. 2026
But electrifying parts of its economy with renewables has reduced its reliance on imports.
—ABC News, 19 Mar. 2026
Teyana Taylor is electrifying in the first act of One Battle After Another as the character who sets out the dramatic stakes, and her Golden Globes speech was a highlight of this awards season.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 13 Mar. 2026
On a much brighter note, attendees at Miles Davis’ electrifying 1985 debut gig at Humphreys, which took place during a driving rainstorm, listened in rapt attention throughout.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Mar. 2026
Transportation fleets are electrifying, logistics hubs are modernizing, and entire industries are shifting toward digital operations that require significantly more power than legacy grid infrastructure was designed to handle.
—Travis Edmonds, Fortune, 6 Mar. 2026
In addition to capturing the sound of the cars and environment, Hans Zimmer’s electrifying score needed to be worked in.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 1 Mar. 2026
Jalen Brunson scored 27 points but 22 of them came in an electrifying opening quarter.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 28 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for electrifying
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The whole scene is breathtaking, especially when Pidgeon’s Carolyn realizes just how dire their situation has become.—
Jessica Radloff,
Glamour,
20 Mar. 2026
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The Bolaven Plateau is a place where remnants of ancient volcanic activity, such as lava cliffs and extinct volcanic craters, coexist with lush natural landscapes that feature breathtaking waterfalls, deep gorges, and dramatic riverscapes.—
Jasmine Ting,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Mar. 2026
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The Lakers announced themselves as a legitimate playoff threat by piling up thrilling, clutch time wins.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Mar. 2026
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Into such a place came thespian artists draped in their finest including Cate Blanchett, a nominee for her performance as Arkadina in director Thomas Ostermeier’s thrilling Barbican Theatre production of Chekhov’s The Seagull.—
Baz Bamigboye,
Deadline,
23 Mar. 2026
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As small business owners and Broward natives, Binder and Terrell said Thrive’s rapid growth has been exciting to see.—
Amanda Rosa,
Miami Herald,
25 Mar. 2026
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Despite all the change the property has been through—or maybe because of it—the motel feels uniquely fresh and exciting.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Mar. 2026
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The towable home also boasts some interesting energy saving additions, including a passive heating system.—
Adam Williams
March 29,
New Atlas,
29 Mar. 2026
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Another interesting area of study could be cavitation from boat or submarine propellers, pumps, and some sonar systems.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Mar. 2026
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Current owner Nima Alizadeh carries on the tradition started by founders Randy Robinson and Harry Johnson by offering great food along with an intriguing lineup of wines.—
Laura Ness,
Mercury News,
22 Mar. 2026
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Horton finds the biometric space to be very intriguing.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Miami Beach Commissioner Laura Dominguez told the Miami Herald un February that there’s been support for the use of electric leaf blowers from neighborhood associations and residents since the city’s ban passed in 2022.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
24 Mar. 2026
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The brand-new electric locomotive will now be known as the Nancy Pelosi train.—
John Ramos,
CBS News,
23 Mar. 2026
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