as in energies
a spiritual force that is held to emanate from or give animation to living beings
martial artists learn to use ki to fend off would-be attackers
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Noun
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While the full moon may have some mixed energies, with the planets crisscrossing in all sorts of ways, the key now is to focus on being grounded, balanced and centered as much as possible.—
Kyle Thomas,
PEOPLE,
2 Nov. 2025 -
And Farrell’s performance changes constantly, caught in the competing energies of the story.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
30 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Between engine vibrations, road chatter, suspension feedback, and your basic rider movement, the seat is a noisy communication channel already.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
4 Jan. 2026
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Living on Debra Drive has changed drastically thanks to unwanted horns and vibrations.—
Samantha Chaney,
CBS News,
3 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The 40th release, however, marks the first time the brand has ever released a tequila—an extra añejo blend put together by a leading name in the agave spirits industry.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
5 Nov. 2025
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Cushla’s world is full of defiant spirits, including her mother, a woman struggling with addiction who spends most of her days bound to her living room and the bottom of a bottle.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Kis.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kis. Accessed 8 Jan. 2026.
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