1
as in vigor
active strength of body or mind
still had the oomph to pass other runners in the homestretch
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2
as in appeal
the power of irresistible attraction
a supermodel with the kind of oomph to make you want to run out and buy the perfume
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Recent Examples of oomph
This cheek tint blends seamlessly and even features a hint of sparkle for those who want a bit of extra oomph.
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Annie Blackman, Allure, 18 July 2025
Thanks to all that oomph, the car could rocket from zero to 60 mph in 1.66 seconds, hit the quarter-mile in 8.91 seconds, and reach a top speed of 155 mph.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 30 June 2025
But even the vendors of index funds sometimes can’t resist adding a little oomph.
—William Baldwin, Forbes.com, 24 May 2025
The James Brand Each bit pops out of its storage slot and secures in the head via a magnetic connection, creating a screwdriver that's easy to hold and provides a little extra oomph in each twist.
—New Atlas, 20 June 2025
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Annie Blackman, Allure, 18 July 2025
Thanks to all that oomph, the car could rocket from zero to 60 mph in 1.66 seconds, hit the quarter-mile in 8.91 seconds, and reach a top speed of 155 mph.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 30 June 2025
But even the vendors of index funds sometimes can’t resist adding a little oomph.
—William Baldwin, Forbes.com, 24 May 2025
The James Brand Each bit pops out of its storage slot and secures in the head via a magnetic connection, creating a screwdriver that's easy to hold and provides a little extra oomph in each twist.
—New Atlas, 20 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for oomph
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Microsoft has emphasized the risks in remaining on Windows 10 with the same vigor as the benefits in moving to Windows 11.—
Zak Doffman,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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Floratam, a variety marketed for more than 40 years, is the most popular being a traditional St. Augustine with lots of vigor.—
Tom MacCubbin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
26 July 2025
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On a morning analyst call, Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav talked about pulling back on library content licensing to rival streamers to focus on HBO Max and its consumer appeal.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Aug. 2025
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In early July, Ocean City and Worcester County jointly filed two legal appeals against US Wind’s air permit, claiming that the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE), a state agency, issued the permit without following proper procedures.—
Anna Broughel,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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China unveiled a new national energy law at the beginning of 2025 to coordinate its many energy-centric efforts.—
Ariel Cohen,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Instead, the real meat on the bones is secondary tariffs of 100% on importers of Russian energy, such as India and China, who indirectly provide the Kremlin with tens of billions of dollars that finance its war effort.—
Daniel DePetris,
Time,
7 Aug. 2025
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Transfer to a medium bowl, and stir in cilantro, lime juice, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
13 Aug. 2025
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One Detroit Lions player just gave the Miami Dolphins some extra juice ahead of the teams’ joint practices on Wednesday and Thursday.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
12 Aug. 2025
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Apart from excellent service and world-class cuisine, this quaint boutique hotel perched on a cliff has managed to maintain its charm and relaxing atmosphere.—
Bianca Salonga,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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Roughly 80 miles south of Miami and 80 miles north of Key West, Islamorada offers the perfect blend of Old Florida charm and salty barefoot luxury—no high-rises, no big-box stores, just freshly caught fish, breezy galleries, and the healing rhythm of the sea.—
Carrie Honaker,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Aug. 2025
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Tudor, perhaps foolishly, rested many of his starters for the game against pep Guardiola’s men, and was promptly punished.—
Emmet Gates,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Another year, another group of talented dancers hoping to join the hardest-working pep squad in show business.—
EW Staff Published,
EW.com,
20 June 2025
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DeGroff is the father of the American cocktail renaissance and has a Scorcese-esque fascination with all things New York; Beebe’s extended tribute to the Stork Club and the cocktails therein would’ve been irresistible.—
Jason O'Bryan,
Robb Report,
16 Aug. 2025
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Eventually, Cooper revealed himself to be a serial killer, thus beginning Prater’s fascination with murderers.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
15 Aug. 2025
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Now, the Parisian label has joined forces with the BWT Alpine F1 team to create ten limited-edition pieces that draw inspiration from the world of motorsport, combining speed, dynamism, and performance with From Future’s signature vibrancy, French flair and sense of fun.—
Felicity Carter,
Forbes.com,
4 Aug. 2025
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But a lack of offensive dynamism continues to be their most persistent issue.—
Will Sammon,
New York Times,
28 July 2025
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“Oomph.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/oomph. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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