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as in rhetoric
boastful speech or writing
all that gas about being the best fisherman in the world
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as in wind
language that is impressive-sounding but not meaningful or sincere
the candidate's pledge that he'll fight for the common people is just a lot of gas
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as in joy
slang
a source of great satisfaction
that movie with the spectacular special effects was a gas
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as in energy
active strength of body or mind
the tennis player ran out of gas toward the end of the long match
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as in to chat
to engage in casual or rambling conversation
a group of kids in the mall, gassing about their favorite music
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as in to warm
slang
to give satisfaction to
a swinging jazz set that really gassed the crowd
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Recent Examples of gas
Nicole Phelps,
Vogue,
25 June 2026
As gas prices climb, people are seeking affordable alternatives.
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Lena Guerrero Reynolds,
Chicago Tribune,
25 June 2026
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
31 May 2026
Denis gassed up, and other riders went inside the station to buy Gatorade and ice, preparing to go off-roading in southern Miami-Dade.
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Ella Moore,
Miami Herald,
19 May 2026
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Earlier this year, Utah Republicans introduced a joint resolution in Congress, which could reopen it to coal mining and gas and oil drilling.
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Nicole Phelps,
Vogue,
25 June 2026
As gas prices climb, people are seeking affordable alternatives.
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Lena Guerrero Reynolds,
Chicago Tribune,
25 June 2026
Verb
The two men, leaving it all on the line, were gassed in the middle of the ring.
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Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
31 May 2026
Denis gassed up, and other riders went inside the station to buy Gatorade and ice, preparing to go off-roading in southern Miami-Dade.
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Ella Moore,
Miami Herald,
19 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gas
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For too long Western leaders have been deterred by Putin’s escalation rhetoric.
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Concha argued that her positions and rhetoric reflect a broader shift in the Democratic Party toward socialism and extremism.
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While wind conditions around Big Bear Lake weren't necessarily high on Friday afternoon, there were reports of strong gusts in the Lucerne Valley, where there's a main SCE line that feeds BVES the majority of its power.
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Residents may experience wind gusts of up to 40 mph.
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Gathering in the heart of the Golden Triangle turns Juneteenth into both a public history lesson and a street‑level celebration of Black joy.
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Foreigners are visiting the United States, having fun, finding joy in the ridiculousness of American abundance and telling the internet about it.
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The city is recommending zoning regulations that fall in line with state statute while trying to calm residents who are worried data centers will overwhelm resources like water and energy and impose on their quality of life.
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Welcome to Climate Point, your weekly guide to the latest news about climate, energy and the environment.
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Serena’s name was on everyone’s lips, with fans chatting about the American’s chances and journalists jostling for position to get their hands on a reserved media seat.
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Craig joined us to chat about his new show, his love for America, and his experience with becoming an American citizen.
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Europe is the planet’s fastest-warming continent and these kinds of extreme heat waves are only expected to become more severe, frequent and prolonged unless humans rapidly phase out fossil fuels, the scientists said.
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Scientists continue to study how much, if any, warming temperatures may affect El Niño's traditional impacts.
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Huge parts Europe have been suffocating under a stubborn heat dome parked over the continent, trapping hot air and leading to extreme and dangerous heat and humidity.
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The vent means that hot air is moved away from your body, rather than heating you further.
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This series has been a particular treat for Abreu, who grew up rooting for the Rockies because longtime outfielder Carlos ‘CarGo’ Gonzalez hailed from his home city of Maracaibo, Venezuela.
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This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
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“Gas.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gas. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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