1
as in latest
a practice or interest that is very popular for a short time
this year's enthusiasm is often next year's laughingstock
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2
as in thirst
urgent desire or interest
in my enthusiasm to get going, I forgot to pack any foul-weather clothing
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3
as in intensity
depth of feeling
spoke about wildlife conservation with evident enthusiasm
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Recent Examples of enthusiasm
This year, her burger enthusiasm takes center stage at the South Beach Wine & Food Festival, where King will serve as a judge at its prestigious Burger Bash alongside supermodel Ashley Graham, food influencer Sam Schnur of @thenaughtyfork, comedian Bert Kreischer, and others.
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Jesse Scott, Travel + Leisure, 17 Feb. 2026
Those who disagreed with McDermott and Bartell, or who expressed anything short of unadulterated enthusiasm for the Administration’s new policies, were accused of leaking plans to the press and blocking the President’s agenda.
—Jonathan Blitzer, New Yorker, 17 Feb. 2026
As several Missouri natives and a Kansas City native compete in the games, United States Olympians Ken Morrow and Mirai Nagasu shared their enthusiasm and Olympic memories at a meet and greet in downtown KC on Tuesday.
—Pj Green, Kansas City Star, 17 Feb. 2026
Sahni said some of the schools have struggled in the past to meet their fundraising goals but this year they were helped by a true partnership with each school’s PTAs, who helped ramp up the enthusiasm for the event on campus.
—Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Feb. 2026
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Jesse Scott, Travel + Leisure, 17 Feb. 2026
Those who disagreed with McDermott and Bartell, or who expressed anything short of unadulterated enthusiasm for the Administration’s new policies, were accused of leaking plans to the press and blocking the President’s agenda.
—Jonathan Blitzer, New Yorker, 17 Feb. 2026
As several Missouri natives and a Kansas City native compete in the games, United States Olympians Ken Morrow and Mirai Nagasu shared their enthusiasm and Olympic memories at a meet and greet in downtown KC on Tuesday.
—Pj Green, Kansas City Star, 17 Feb. 2026
Sahni said some of the schools have struggled in the past to meet their fundraising goals but this year they were helped by a true partnership with each school’s PTAs, who helped ramp up the enthusiasm for the event on campus.
—Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for enthusiasm
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The latests forecasts show a new round of storm systems will increase rain chances across much of Northern California and the Central Valley in the coming days.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
9 Feb. 2026
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These latests features are designed for enterprises who want to integrate their AI technology with either existing Salesforce data or even their own data.—
Gene Marks,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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Jackson’s thirst for attention began in childhood.—
Johanna Neuman,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
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While uniting the community worldwide, the fasting tradition is meant to help Muslims experience the hunger and thirst of the poor and foster empathy and generosity.—
Isa Almeida,
Oklahoman,
17 Feb. 2026
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That petition — an effort to bar a young woman from a university because of her decision about which country to represent in an international sporting competition — reflects the intensity of the backlash.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
19 Feb. 2026
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Even with the intensity, Corral said the coaching staff keeps things fun, too.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
19 Feb. 2026
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And while TikTok has fueled the vibration plate boom, Richardson urges a measured approach to the gadget craze.—
Avery Newmark,
AJC.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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This dainty top combines the polka dot craze with the sheer obsession.—
Katie Decker-Jacoby,
StyleCaster,
19 Feb. 2026
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Soldiers on the frontlines have told CNN of their excitement when their unit gets mentioned.—
Ivana Kottasová,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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The league would later shift to a no-entry fee policy, which added to the excitement.—
Dac Collins,
Outdoor Life,
19 Feb. 2026
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The daily routines that seem basic and intuitive to use hold a complex range of emotions for our toddlers—everything from fear to disgust to excitement.—
Elisabeth Sherman,
Parents,
20 Feb. 2026
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Employees and customers exchange many words, but none of them bring out emotions – these are inorganic exchanges.—
Blake Simons,
Variety,
20 Feb. 2026
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Take Keke Palmer in a butter yellow and cream vintage Dior bustier dress with a scarf-tie waist, or Kate Hudson, who combined all the mid-10s and boho trends by wearing a leathery peplum and balloon pants by Chloé.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
16 Feb. 2026
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But as trends like fragrance wardrobing and the popularity of #PerfumeTok — a content niche on TikTok dedicated solely to talking about perfume — have emerged, the fragrance category has been propelled to more than 20 consecutive quarters of growth.—
Noor Lobad,
Footwear News,
16 Feb. 2026
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Auerbach believes The 1% Club and Wisdom of the Crowd demonstrate that UK commissioners still very much have an appetite for risk.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
18 Feb. 2026
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Replacing unhealthy snacks or desserts with yogurt, or eating yogurt before a meal to curb your appetite, can help with weight loss.—
Sohaib Imtiaz,
Verywell Health,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Enthusiasm.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enthusiasm. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.
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