energies

plural of energy
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as in vibrations
a spiritual force that is held to emanate from or give animation to living beings many Eastern cultures believe in the significance of life energy in the healing process

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as in fuels
something with a usable capacity for doing work some of the power needs of the house are provided by solar energy

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Recent Examples of energies Pairing Swastika and Tenzin gives us two performers coming from very different cinematic and cultural energies, and that tension is part of what makes the film so exciting. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 18 Sep. 2026 Lich, who was tried and convicted in connection with the protests and is still under house arrest, has shifted her energies to Alberta separatism. — Anne Applebaum, The Atlantic, 14 Sep. 2026 Their findings reduced uncertainty in X-ray energies by between one-third and one-eighth compared with earlier results. — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 11 Sep. 2026 The team tested the idea that Lorentz invariance could be violated at high energies, thus changing how photons propagate through space. — Robert Lea, Space.com, 9 Sep. 2026 Hong, favoring a backward-facing view of the mayhem, shoots in lengthy takes that swerve and snake with rough-and-tumble precision; the energies of car and camera seem to fuse into one. — Justin Chang, New Yorker, 4 Sep. 2026 The BioCharger is a noninvasive wellness device that uses four key technologies — PEMF, frequencies, Tesla coils and noble gas light — to mimic natural atmospheric energies and promote cellular regeneration. — Rebecca Leib, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026 September brings forth two completely different celestial energies, and each one focuses on something unique. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 Sep. 2026 Roger Pielke Fossil energies took a big hit and for the first time since 2010, fossil fuel production did not increase worldwide. — Ian Dexter Palmer, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026
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Noun
  • Lifepro's Rumblex has three powerful motors for oscillating, pulsating and lateral vibrations.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 19 Sep. 2026
  • Once the inspection is complete, it should be followed by a road test to check for unusual noises, vibrations, or drivability concerns.
    — John Paul Senior Manager Public Affairs And Traffic Safety Aaa Northeast, Hartford Courant, 19 Sep. 2026
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  • Step Back Dangote, the billionaire industrialist, has opposed imports since before his refinery began supplying fuels in 2024.
    — Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 18 Sep. 2026
  • These products can be used for liquid fuels, pharmaceuticals and other valuable products.
    — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 17 Sep. 2026
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  • There was a famous movie in the ’80s called ‘The Entity,’ a horror movie where a woman is visited by spirits and has sex with them.
    — Anna Marie de la Fuente, Variety, 21 Sep. 2026
  • These adaptogenics also cost as much, if not more, than alcoholic spirits, such as Three Spirit, which incorporates ingredients such as guayusa (stimulating effects), damiana (aphrodisiac effects) and valerian (stress-relieving effects).
    — Esther Tseng, Bon Appetit Magazine, 21 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • After finishing third in district behind 4A powers Decatur and Springtown last season, the Highlanders won a playoff game for the first time since 1999.
    — Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Sep. 2026
  • Then, in March this year, the regime passed a new passport law, giving itself broad powers to cancel or reject passport applications if the applicant is deemed a threat to national security, among other reasons.
    — Andrew Nachemson, The Dial, 22 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Auramaxxing Similar to the trend of smellmaxxing, teens are taking to TikTok to increase their auras with the new term auramaxxing.
    — Stephanie Kasulka, Parents, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Pink auras over a white base mingle with colorful gemstones, while black accent nails, 3D stars, and swirling details make every finger feel like its own tiny work of art.
    — Amanda Le, InStyle, 28 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Perhaps the good vibes Gay has been sending will translate into a big performance Sunday at San Francisco, when the Dolphins’ defense might need some run-stuffing skills against 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey.
    — Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 18 Sep. 2026
  • Here's where to find sunshine, strong Wi-Fi, and summer vibes all year round.
    — Charley Ward, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Sep. 2026

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“Energies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/energies. Accessed 27 Sep. 2026.

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