as in breathtaking
causing great emotional or mental stimulation
discovered that white-water rafting is an especially exhilarative adventure
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Set atop a hill with a breathtaking view over the city, Kiyomizu-dera offered us a beautiful blend of history, culture, nature, and spirituality—all in one unforgettable stop.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
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First images reveal stunning cosmic details The first images show breathtaking views of the Trifid Nebula and Lagoon Nebula, captured over a seven-hour period.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
14 July 2025
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Replace apprehension with an exciting conversation about what’s possible, and then invest in training and skills development to help your talent thrive in the new AI era.—
Ronald Alepian,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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In addition, fans will enjoy new, authentic and exciting official experiences that these creators will now be able to deliver.—
Jennifer Maas,
Variety,
15 July 2025
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With the rise in volume, comes the surge in new, interesting voices.—
Anna Marie de la Fuente,
Variety,
15 July 2025
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Photo : Mercedes-Benz AG – Communications & Marketing photo by Michel Ginsberg on behalf of Mercedes-Benz AG The new Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake has some interesting ceiling effects.—
Erik Shilling,
Robb Report,
15 July 2025
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General Manager Ryan Poles used trades and free agency to overhaul the middle of the offensive line, then selected intriguing targets Colston Loveland and Luther Burden III in the draft.—
Phil Rogers,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Actually, one of the more intriguing names became available Monday, with the Wizards waiving Richaun Holmes.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
15 July 2025
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On the surface, taking on a thrilling action role like this is really cool.—
Taryn Finley,
refinery29.com,
10 July 2025
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Castro will bring his thrilling live show to 27 major cities across the world, including New York, Paris, and Madrid.—
Maya Georgi,
Rolling Stone,
8 July 2025
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“Exhilarative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exhilarative. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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