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as in to thrill
to cause a pleasurable stimulation of the feelings
the exhilarating feeling of flying that hang gliding offers
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as in to excite
to fill with great joy
the climactic moment of commencement ceremonies usually exhilarates graduates and proud parents alike
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Recent Examples of exhilarate
Because true as that was technically, that distinction was more fundamental than incidental in a league so defined by that very line — especially considering their once-exhilarating offense had turned stale over much of the season.
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Kansas City Star, 16 Mar. 2026
Both essays make stark and rapid turns that defy traditional essay structure, moves that are destabilizing at the moment yet leave this reader exhilarated in the way Sloan circles back to her central concerns without ever settling for simple resolution.
—Literary Hub, 12 Mar. 2026
The pure potential of nuclear technology was exhilarating to contemplate in the abstract, but the ideas of science fiction are not always so smoothly integrated into the messy reality of the real world.
—Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 11 Mar. 2026
The series trademark mix of cool cars, exhilarating street racing action, and family-like camaraderie has also turned more than a few moviegoers into passionate auto enthusiasts.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 2 Mar. 2026
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Kansas City Star, 16 Mar. 2026
Both essays make stark and rapid turns that defy traditional essay structure, moves that are destabilizing at the moment yet leave this reader exhilarated in the way Sloan circles back to her central concerns without ever settling for simple resolution.
—Literary Hub, 12 Mar. 2026
The pure potential of nuclear technology was exhilarating to contemplate in the abstract, but the ideas of science fiction are not always so smoothly integrated into the messy reality of the real world.
—Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 11 Mar. 2026
The series trademark mix of cool cars, exhilarating street racing action, and family-like camaraderie has also turned more than a few moviegoers into passionate auto enthusiasts.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 2 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exhilarate
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And to have that kind of leadership in a room is thrilling.—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
6 May 2026
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James Rendall and two friends, all Scots, were initially thrilled that their country qualified for the World Cup.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
6 May 2026
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Share the idea, sketch the concept, or follow a conversation that excites you.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
10 May 2026
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Keep reading to discover the best affordable gifts from Kate Spade, Apple, Keurig, and more that will excite and delight the new grads in your life.—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
9 May 2026
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Adrenaline had electrified my nerves, and fear kept me vigilant.—
Angela Andaloro,
PEOPLE,
4 May 2026
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China’s EVs fit into the government’s broader, yearslong push to reduce reliance on oil and gas and electrify its economy, including with renewable energy.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN Money,
2 May 2026
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SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.—
Claire Cameron,
Scientific American,
12 May 2026
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Senior culinary producer Mallary Santucci praised a lightly peppery note, while associate manager of audience strategy Carly Westerfield was delighted by the citrus peel.—
Sam Stone,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
12 May 2026
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This helped convince the administration to shift to their side, elating students, especially Simpson.—
Gary Robbins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Feb. 2026
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The debate within the Democratic coalition is already bigger and louder, dividing moderates in swing states from progressives elated by Mamdani's rocket to victory in the nation's largest city.—
Susan Page,
USA Today,
12 Jan. 2026
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Harris County Treasurer Carla Wyatt was arrested Saturday in Texas City and charged with driving while intoxicated, her third arrest during her time in office, authorities say.—
Jarrod Wardwell,
Houston Chronicle,
10 May 2026
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Online court records show the woman is charged with two counts of operating while intoxicated.—
Nick Lentz,
CBS News,
9 May 2026
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“Exhilarate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exhilarate. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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