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
Michael Saylor’s bluster about never selling your Bitcoin lost a little oomph.
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Quartz Staff, Quartz, 14 Apr. 2025
On the flip side, Angie used the clarity and oomph in her voice to great effect, ending up standing cowgirl hat and shoulders above her opponent.
—Charlie Mason, TVLine, 10 Mar. 2025
Thanks to all that oomph, the AMG E 53 Hybrid Wagon can sprint from zero to 60 mph in 3.8 seconds and reach a top speed of 174 mph.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 6 May 2025
Grated Pecorino Romano cheese brings an alluring savory oomph to the dish.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 14 Apr. 2025
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Quartz Staff, Quartz, 14 Apr. 2025
On the flip side, Angie used the clarity and oomph in her voice to great effect, ending up standing cowgirl hat and shoulders above her opponent.
—Charlie Mason, TVLine, 10 Mar. 2025
Thanks to all that oomph, the AMG E 53 Hybrid Wagon can sprint from zero to 60 mph in 3.8 seconds and reach a top speed of 174 mph.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 6 May 2025
Grated Pecorino Romano cheese brings an alluring savory oomph to the dish.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 14 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for oomph
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Among many independent political analysts, though, Biden's defeat seemed all but guaranteed, given voters' alarm about inflation and immigration as well as concern about his vigor.—
Susan Page,
USA Today,
20 May 2025
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Following a time of recuperation, Pallister is ready to channel her vigor into this new label.—
Stephan Rabimov,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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The initiative aims to boost Japan Inc.’s appeal to both foreign and domestic investors.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
16 May 2025
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Perseverance's aurora observations, which were described in a study published Wednesday (May 14) in the journal Science Advances, have more than just gee-whiz appeal.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
15 May 2025
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Many of these actions have been part of the president’s larger goals of reining in government spending, increasing energy independence and restructuring federal agencies.—
Hayley Smith,
Los Angeles Times,
18 May 2025
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However neither a wether delay or a temporary evacuation could dampen the crowd's sky-high energy throughout the night.—
Caché McClay,
USA Today,
18 May 2025
Noun
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Also, whole fruits like watermelon have natural but not added sugars, as many juices do.—
Beth Ann Mayer,
Parents,
21 May 2025
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Squeeze the juice from remaining lemon half over the beef, and sprinkle with the remaining herbs.—
Kelly Brant,
Arkansas Online,
20 May 2025
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With a blend of national prestige and plenty of local charm, this week’s major in Charlotte is a celebration of the Queen City’s culture and its place in the world of sport.—
Shane Connuck,
Charlotte Observer,
14 May 2025
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The move was widely viewed as part of a Chinese charm offensive to capitalize on tensions with the Trump administration.—
Micah McCartney,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 May 2025
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Expect to draw reliable pep out of this system, but substantial projects might be out of reach.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
10 Apr. 2025
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This year’s event did have a little more pep to it than last year’s, when Oppenheimer swept the big awards, however.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
3 Mar. 2025
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But the series’s fascination with the prosperity doctrine and its detrimental consequences often felt secondary to a broader affection for its characters.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
5 May 2025
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Her hands-on background and fascinations involve outdoor cooking, foraging, and stewarding gardens.—
Ashia Aubourg,
Outside Online,
4 May 2025
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Gioia asked me to compare that dynamism with what’s happened—or, rather, not happened—in the 21st century.—
Spencer Kornhaber,
The Atlantic,
5 May 2025
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For her second round hosting at Studio 8H, Quinta Brunson pumped up the volume, kicking off the show with a musical monologue that featured both pop star Sabrina Carpenter and basketball phenom Dwayne Wade, then filling out each sketch with energy and dynamism.—
Harrison Richlin,
IndieWire,
4 May 2025
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“Oomph.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/oomph. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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