live wires

plural of live wire

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Recent Examples of live wires On the other hand, the Cracker Barrel debacle touched so many live wires of American politics that the story was simply irresistible. Graham Hillard, The Washington Examiner, 5 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for live wires
Noun
  • Turner will play Lara Croft, the fearless British archaeologist who’s always ready to swing into action with her iconic braid flying and dual pistols blazing.
    Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 6 Sep. 2025
  • Suspect had trove of weapons Authorities conducted a search of the home where Leon lives and recovered about 20 firearms, including a handful of AR-style rifles, shotguns and medium-caliber pistols, according to the criminal complaint.
    Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • After a brief intermission, the penultimate panel featured some powerhouses in the New York scene, discussing the importance of fashion as a cultural force.
    Essence, Essence, 8 Sep. 2025
  • Provide point protection for Balch Camp PG&E hydro-electric and residential facilities, two powerhouses, Balch communication reflector, penstock and valve houses, and associated power distribution lines.
    CA WILDFIRE BOT, Sacbee.com, 8 Sep. 2025

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“Live wires.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/live%20wires. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.

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