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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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as in exciting
causing great emotional or mental stimulation
no recording can capture the exhilarating feeling of being at a live rock concert
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1
as in thrilling
to cause a pleasurable stimulation of the feelings
the exhilarating feeling of flying that hang gliding offers
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2
as in intoxicating
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
Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 22 July 2025
Stomping a supercar’s pedal to the metal is exhilarating at an undeniable, visceral level.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 July 2025
Michael Barnes, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
For Grace Caroline, 29, thrifting has long been an exhilarating hobby, and she's found countless second-hand treasures in the past.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 June 2025
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Zip Through the Mountaintops While the local river gets a lot of the adrenaline-centric attention, seeing the mountains from high above can also be exhilarating, especially when gliding through the treetops on a zip line at Nantahala Outdoor Center.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 22 July 2025
Stomping a supercar’s pedal to the metal is exhilarating at an undeniable, visceral level.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 July 2025
Adjective
The reactions from the audience have been absolutely exhilarating.
—Michael Barnes, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
For Grace Caroline, 29, thrifting has long been an exhilarating hobby, and she's found countless second-hand treasures in the past.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exhilarate
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On Friday night, FC Juarez faces off with Santos Laguna in exciting Liga MX soccer action, with both teams desperate for a win.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 Aug. 2025
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Sailors will also find exciting yachts in the Wallywind 110, the Swan 88, or the Sunreef 60, 70, and 80 models.—
Kathleen Turner,
Forbes.com,
23 Aug. 2025
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Float through the geological wonder on the Colorado River with an adrenaline-pumping white water adventure or take in the breathtaking views slowly on a smooth water rafting trip.—
Olivia Rose,
AZCentral.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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Take the Skyway Monte Bianco gondola up nearly 11,000 feet for breathtaking views.—
Hannah Howard,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Aug. 2025
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Tune the channel to ABC at 4:30 p.m. ET on Sunday afternoon to catch a thrilling WNBA basketball contest between the Dallas Wings and Las Vegas Aces.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Aug. 2025
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These algorithms shape so much of our lives in a way that is both thrilling and uncomfortable.—
Allison Parshall,
Scientific American,
15 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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What’s interesting is that this association held true across different cultures, ages and types of trust, suggesting that trust isn’t just a cultural preference but a universal building block of well-being.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
21 Aug. 2025
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It’s been a really interesting couple of years for the unscripted industry.—
Lynette Rice,
Deadline,
21 Aug. 2025
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Cora did not announce who would be added to the rotation, though the Red Sox have some intriguing options in Kyle Harrison and Payton Tolle.—
Michael Hurley,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 Aug. 2025
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This is an intriguing story that looks set to keep running.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
22 Aug. 2025
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“Exhilarate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exhilarate. Accessed 27 Aug. 2025.
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