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as in encouragement
something that arouses a strong response from another
there were few excitements of any kind on our very uneventful trip back home
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as in enthusiasm
urgent desire or interest
in our excitement to get going, we forgot to make sure that all of the lights in the house had been turned off
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Recent Examples of excitement
The moves comes as the brand looks to refuel excitement across the business.
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Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2025
The cynic in me is cautious and keenly aware of the often empty allure of nostalgia, while the teen girl who spent her entire summer job money on an Xbox 360 and Halo 3 is vibrating with excitement.
—Alyssa Mercante, Rolling Stone, 24 Oct. 2025
However, the same platform has dimmed the excitement of finding a special piece.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 24 Oct. 2025
These binoculars have been in the works for a long time and there has been a lot of excitement around the first smart binoculars for night-sky use.
—Harry Bennett, Space.com, 24 Oct. 2025
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Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2025
The cynic in me is cautious and keenly aware of the often empty allure of nostalgia, while the teen girl who spent her entire summer job money on an Xbox 360 and Halo 3 is vibrating with excitement.
—Alyssa Mercante, Rolling Stone, 24 Oct. 2025
However, the same platform has dimmed the excitement of finding a special piece.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 24 Oct. 2025
These binoculars have been in the works for a long time and there has been a lot of excitement around the first smart binoculars for night-sky use.
—Harry Bennett, Space.com, 24 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for excitement
Noun
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With encouragement from her family, Zarna hit the New York comedy scene in 2019, performing at open mics and the Westside Comedy Club.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
1 Nov. 2025
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But not mere notes of encouragement.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
31 Oct. 2025
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In March 2025, Vice President Vance even led a high-profile US delegation to the American military base in Greenland to advocate for annexation, despite polling data indicating that a large majority of Greenlanders have expressed no enthusiasm for an American takeover.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Nov. 2025
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His enthusiasm and energy can help businesses attract and retain young, diverse talent.—
Sally Susman,
Time,
5 Nov. 2025
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If medications aren't effective, other options may include Botox injections into the bladder wall or nerve stimulation therapy.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Health,
25 Oct. 2025
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While outdoor time can offer stimulation and exercise, unsupervised access poses serious risks that significantly reduce their life span.—
Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Reusable Water Bottle A long day of exploration can easily work up a thirst.—
Kristin Braswell,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Oct. 2025
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Zinna died of thirst and starvation, but the day would never be determined.—
Joy Williams,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Oct. 2025
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That means more interest rate cuts to prop up hiring – financial stimulus that may further spur inflation.—
Jonathan Lansner,
Oc Register,
29 Oct. 2025
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Create the space between stimulus and response, move with intention, and know yourself.—
Fortune Editors,
Fortune,
29 Oct. 2025
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Spontaneity delivered 24 frames per second will be prioritized over preparation and motivation.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
31 Oct. 2025
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Duncan’s announcement caused some of his former political allies to question his motivations.—
Taylor Millard,
The Washington Examiner,
31 Oct. 2025
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Best practices range from transparent pricing backed by data to trust-building expertise, financial incentives, and simple seller experiences for resale.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
4 Nov. 2025
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Pachón cited box office concentration and a waning appetite for exploration, compounded by insufficient incentives for theaters.—
Emiliano De Pablos,
Variety,
4 Nov. 2025
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“Excitement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/excitement. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.
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