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 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 From that point on, Kusama’s absorbing and fresh art, once charged by avant-garde energies, became more or less a meaning-free expression of market principles, an exercise in branding. Sebastian Smee, The Atlantic, 28 Aug. 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 The observation therefore challenges existing ideas about how Galactic objects accelerate cosmic rays to extreme energies. Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 17 Aug. 2026 Instead, the team used the belt crossing as a proxy, since its proton energies roughly overlap with those present during a typical storm. Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 13 Aug. 2026 The stone is believed to have powerful energies that can help cleanse the blood, improve circulation, and boost overall vitality. Kelsey Stiegman, InStyle, 7 Aug. 2026
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  • How a sound bath changes the first-date setup A sound bath asks two people to lie quietly beside each other while an immersive mix of tones and vibrations moves through the room.
    Ashley Lynch, Charlotte Observer, 8 Sep. 2026
  • From ice vibrations to magnetic signals, researchers are finding new ways to collect Arctic data without stepping onto the ice.
    Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 6 Sep. 2026
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  • That combination of mobility, length and assertiveness fuels belief that Šmits can be a shutdown NHL defender.
    Vincent Z. Mercogliano, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Meanwhile, colder temperatures in the Northern Hemisphere will also create higher demand for refined distillate fuels — the energy category that includes diesel.
    Rob Wile, NBC news, 4 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • The spirits industry was pushing trade officials to get back to negotiating.
    Steve Kopack, NBC news, 9 Sep. 2026
  • Groceries Tariffs on Canadian beer, wine, spirits, dairy ingredients and more could cause some price increases during your weekly shopping.
    Ryley Amond, CNBC, 9 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Because colonial powers have always feared the child who survives its violence and continues to imagine a sky beyond its rule.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 11 Sep. 2026
  • Real-time data powers live passenger systems and third-party apps using open formats such as GTFS-Realtime while feeding Computer-Aided Dispatch and Automatic Vehicle Location (CAD/AVL) software.
    Miroslav Katsarov, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2026
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  • 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
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  • Again, this is propaganda, an official narrative produced by Sony Music Entertainment to further profit from the good vibes the reunion tour engendered.
    Nate Jones, Vulture, 7 Sep. 2026
  • The open concept offers a breezy finish while a black or bronzy colorway translates to fall vibes easily.
    Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 5 Sep. 2026

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“Energies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/energies. Accessed 13 Sep. 2026.

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