1
as in to excite
to cause a pleasurable stimulation of the feelings
the stunning spectacle of this Las Vegas show is sure to intoxicate spectators
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as in to delight
to fill with great joy
she was intoxicated by the news that she'd gotten the job of her dreams
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Recent Examples of intoxicate
Country singer Tanner Usrey was arrested in Collin County, Texas, earlier this week on charges that include driving while intoxicated (DWI) and felony drug possession.
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Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 2 Apr. 2026
William Dene Brumley of American Canyon was charged with gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated and driving under the influence of a drug, causing serious injury, according to the Napa County District Attorney’s Office.
—David Hernandez, San Francisco Chronicle, 1 Apr. 2026
Toyon brings red berries in winter and white flowers in spring, while California sagebrush and Cleveland sage fill the air with an intoxicating perfume.
—Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 30 Mar. 2026
The charges included disorderly conduct, possession of weapons while intoxicated, failure to comply, assault, and resisting arrest.
—David Ferrara, Cincinnati Enquirer, 27 Mar. 2026
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Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 2 Apr. 2026
William Dene Brumley of American Canyon was charged with gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated and driving under the influence of a drug, causing serious injury, according to the Napa County District Attorney’s Office.
—David Hernandez, San Francisco Chronicle, 1 Apr. 2026
Toyon brings red berries in winter and white flowers in spring, while California sagebrush and Cleveland sage fill the air with an intoxicating perfume.
—Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 30 Mar. 2026
The charges included disorderly conduct, possession of weapons while intoxicated, failure to comply, assault, and resisting arrest.
—David Ferrara, Cincinnati Enquirer, 27 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intoxicate
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But Platner has excited some supporters with an antiestablishment message that his campaign believes could carry him to victory.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
5 Apr. 2026
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This excites the system, causing the electron to move towards the dots and then tunnel into a nearby reservoir.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Apr. 2026
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SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.—
Meghan Bartels,
Scientific American,
7 Apr. 2026
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Today, the bay holds some of the richest marine biodiversity on earth, a fact that would have delighted Ricketts and Steinbeck.—
Alexandra Genova,
TheWeek,
7 Apr. 2026
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Schaaf has been thrilled to see Kundrat break through at the plate over the last few weeks.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Apr. 2026
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So when a park ranger spotted one while monitoring streams in a remote forest in September 2025, the discovery thrilled scientists and wildlife enthusiasts alike — and offered rare data about an endangered species whose ancestors lived alongside dinosaurs.—
Samantha Agate,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Apr. 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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Concertmaster Frank Huang and Principal Violist Cynthia Phelps bring their remarkable artistry to Fairbanks Ranch for an intimate and electrifying program.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Apr. 2026
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The country’s prime minister has tasked his cabinet with identifying priority actions to electrify the economy.—
Natasha Bracken,
semafor.com,
2 Apr. 2026
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Indeed, few foreigners leave without being enraptured by a fascinating cultural tapestry which lives on in old-world architectural landmarks and century-spanning festivals.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Mar. 2026
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Drawn by hand by Hayao Miyazaki, Studio Ghibli films visually stun and enrapture viewers.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
9 Mar. 2026
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“Intoxicate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intoxicate. Accessed 12 Apr. 2026.
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