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 setup proved to have plenty of immersive output oomph, both in my home and in a larger public space.
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Paul Ridden
june 25, New Atlas, 25 June 2025
But the extra oomph of an uphill climb can also strain your Achilles tendons and calves, which can then tug on your plantar fascia, too, Dr. DeLott says.
—Erica Sloan, SELF, 20 June 2025
The 11mm driver produces satisfying oomph during hip hop tracks.
—Ben Sin, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
To amp up the volume and overall oomph of your blowout, texture mists like this popular pick from Living Proof add major height and hold.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 12 June 2025
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Paul Ridden
june 25, New Atlas, 25 June 2025
But the extra oomph of an uphill climb can also strain your Achilles tendons and calves, which can then tug on your plantar fascia, too, Dr. DeLott says.
—Erica Sloan, SELF, 20 June 2025
The 11mm driver produces satisfying oomph during hip hop tracks.
—Ben Sin, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
To amp up the volume and overall oomph of your blowout, texture mists like this popular pick from Living Proof add major height and hold.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 12 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for oomph
Recent Examples of Synonyms for oomph
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Climate change, poverty, the savaged middle class, plagues and the rise of A.I. need to be faced now with far more vigor than when they were first realized back in my youth.—
Lizz Schumer,
People.com,
16 July 2025
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Siberian iris rhizomes spread over time to form a large clump of plants and can be easily divided every 3 to 4 years to provide more irises and restore vigor.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 July 2025
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Despite Chinese foldables being clearly superior the past few years, various factors (some out of their control) have prevented Chinese foldables from reaching mainstream appeal.—
Ben Sin,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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The stakes in these emergency appeals of district court matters are enormous.—
Erwin Chemerinsky,
Twin Cities,
25 July 2025
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Carbohydrates are macronutrients that your body breaks down for energy.—
Sarah Bence,
Verywell Health,
15 July 2025
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Meanwhile, energy was a large source of inflation, with energy prices rising 0.9% on a month-over-month basis.—
Anne Marie D. Lee,
CBS News,
15 July 2025
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Made simply with 4 ounces ginger beer, 2 ounces vodka, and ½ ounce fresh lime juice, Moscow Mules are summer-friendly without any edits.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 July 2025
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The juice is then boiled to be crystallized and spun in a centrifuge to remove excess juice.—
Mary Kekatos,
ABC News,
18 July 2025
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Number of Tourists in 2024: 45 million From ancient Aztec ruins to the colonial charm of Oaxaca, Mexico grabs you by the senses and doesn’t let go.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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One of the oldest towns in South Carolina, Conway is steeped in historic charm.—
Meghan Overdeep,
Southern Living,
25 July 2025
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The Rich Township pep band performed at the 2020 IHSA boys basketball state championship, its concert bands have consistently received superior ratings in IHSA organizational contests and its jazz band has become a frequent performer at prestigious festivals.—
C. R. Walker,
Chicago Tribune,
10 July 2025
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One batch lasts me Monday through Friday, providing just enough pep to power my mornings.—
The Bon Appétit Staff,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
6 June 2025
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As with many sweeping arguments, the fascination lies in the details.—
Margaret Talbot,
New Yorker,
21 July 2025
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But the dual Democrat-Republican fascination with The Epstein Files also testifies to a truth Hollywood has forever known: a love of conspiracy stories tugs at us all.—
Steven Zeitchik,
HollywoodReporter,
19 July 2025
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Whether rooted in tradition or boldly pushing the envelope with unique grains and finishes, these medal-winning rye whiskeys reflect the depth and dynamism of the American whiskey scene.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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The festival continues to position itself as the largest celebration of Indian cinema outside India, showcasing the diversity and dynamism of contemporary Indian storytelling across languages and platforms.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
18 July 2025
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“Oomph.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/oomph. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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