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as in thrills
a pleasurably intense stimulation of the feelings
the lavish spectacle results in one exhilaration after another
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as in ecstasies
a state of overwhelming usually pleasurable emotion
the exhilaration of victory that spectators get to witness at the Olympic Games
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exhilarations
Noun
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The characters’ athleticism speaks volumes too, from the skateboard-level action on sidewalks to the moments when AJ awakens to the physical thrills and transcendent mysteries of catching a wave.—
Sheri Linden,
HollywoodReporter,
13 May 2026 -
Laughs, tears, and thrills are coming to Netflix in May, as several new titles arrive, including documentaries, movies, mysteries, and reality series.—
TIME Staff,
Time,
4 May 2026
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But by the New York Times bestselling author and pop culture essayist’s own admission, no topic has loomed larger or longer in his mind than the ironies, ecstasies and singularity of American football.—
Zack Ruskin,
San Francisco Chronicle,
27 Jan. 2026
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These new Ubfen kicks look retro but feel especially practical for everyday wear.—
Aashna Gheewalla,
PEOPLE,
14 May 2026
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In episode eight of season three, Matthew’s family and friends want to support his burgeoning business, so they’re shown wearing a variety of fresh kicks — ranging from baby Sutton wearing red and white Nike Dunk Lows to Harrison Ford in his aforementioned style.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
11 May 2026
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For those willing to learn and put in the time, to offer a home for a homeless pig, Houk said, the joys can be great.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
10 May 2026
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Better to appreciate the joys du jour.—
Tyler Estep,
AJC.com,
6 May 2026
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Beyond its pleasures as a noir, the chronicle of Kolechko’s fight against nascent Soviet power easily reminds one of present-day Ukraine’s struggle to preserve its dignity in the face of oppressive forces.—
The Atlantic,
The Atlantic,
14 May 2026
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One of the pleasures of the film — of today’s French cinema in general — is the delicious multi-dimensionality of its female protagonist.—
Jon Frosch,
HollywoodReporter,
13 May 2026
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Here, experts recommended a handful of culinary delights perfect for gardens that don't get much sunlight.—
Haniya Rae,
Martha Stewart,
14 May 2026
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Sharing the gastronomic delights of Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region runs through the blood, and the family legacy of Highwood residents and first cousins, Ruthie Amidei and Mada Ugolini Hitchmough.—
Gina Grillo,
Chicago Tribune,
11 May 2026
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“Exhilarations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exhilarations. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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