enthuse

Definition of enthusenext
as in to drool
to make an exaggerated display of affection or enthusiasm the neighbors invited us over just so we could enthuse over their new car

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Recent Examples of enthuse Even the Senate majority leader, John Thune, wasn’t enthused. Shane Harris, The Atlantic, 2 June 2026 Waddingham is less enthused about the idea of Ted (played by Sudeikis) and Rebecca hooking up, despite some of the fan base fantasizing about the prospect. K.j. Yossman, Variety, 30 May 2026 Much like today, people who are excited about smart home tech will likely go big on it, while those who aren’t as enthused may pass it over. Madeline Bilis, The Spruce, 30 May 2026 In an interview with WWD for the occasion, Drut enthused about Osanna’s personal involvement and hands-on approach that involves harvesting bamboo herself from forests near Milan. Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 15 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for enthuse
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  • This pitching matchup will have the purists drooling.
    Darren Cooper, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
  • Familiarize yourself with common signs of heat intolerance, such as excessive panting, drooling, vomiting, weakness or blueish gums.
    Amy DeYoung, USA Today, 9 June 2026
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  • Customers raved over the biscuits, shrimp and grits, griddle burger and brunch.
    Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 June 2026
  • Regulars rave about the tomato pie and the lemon bars.
    Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 11 June 2026
Verb
  • One of the reasons these kit-ranking articles usually work is, for the most part, there are typically enough good ones to gush over, enough middling ones to shrug about, and enough bad ones to have some slightly snidey fun in giving them a kicking.
    Nick Miller, New York Times, 10 June 2026
  • Back in 2024, the model made a gushing post on Instagram celebrating her then-boyfriend making it to the Western Conference Finals with the Minnesota Timberwolves.
    Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 10 June 2026
Verb
  • No need to fuss-up something that's just as delicious prepared simply.
    Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 5 June 2026
  • Ever the dedicated mother, Stacy runs to her adult daughter’s aid, fussing at her for not using a driver for her errands.
    Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 13 Mar. 2026

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“Enthuse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enthuse. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.

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