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
Even the iconic theme song, which plays over the end credits, just doesn’t have the same oomph.
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Katie Walsh, Boston Herald, 8 May 2026
These electrons and positrons could have enough oomph to separate the electrons from their molecules and get an avalanche going, even if the electric field stays well below the critical threshold.
—Quanta Magazine, 6 May 2026
The chicken pan juices imbue the tender stalks with wonderful savory oomph.
—The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 May 2026
Adding oomph to the gut-punch loss was the injury suffered by starter Ryan Feltner.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 24 Apr. 2026
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Katie Walsh, Boston Herald, 8 May 2026
These electrons and positrons could have enough oomph to separate the electrons from their molecules and get an avalanche going, even if the electric field stays well below the critical threshold.
—Quanta Magazine, 6 May 2026
The chicken pan juices imbue the tender stalks with wonderful savory oomph.
—The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 May 2026
Adding oomph to the gut-punch loss was the injury suffered by starter Ryan Feltner.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 24 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for oomph
Noun
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Reality is a system where prosecutorial vigor often correlates with public attention.—
Letters to the Editor,
Hartford Courant,
28 May 2026
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Squish the bags around with vigor and joy.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
28 May 2026
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Tiananmen Mothers issued an annual appeal for justice ahead of this year's anniversary.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 June 2026
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The attorney general's office is committed to defending these convictions through the appeals process.—
Jennifer McRae,
CBS News,
4 June 2026
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If the superfund template survives, the next decade of American energy policy will be written by trial lawyers, attorneys general and a handful of out-of-state philanthropies bankrolling the litigation pipeline.—
Yaël Ossowski,
Boston Herald,
30 May 2026
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The Maoists’ shrinking realm sits atop rich veins of coal, iron, and bauxite – resources essential to India’s modernization and growing energy demands; Modi’s pledge to bring electricity to every household; and his broader ambition to transform India into a developed nation.—
Dhruv Tikekar,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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At Tuckernuck, Americana charm goes hand in hand with sweat-ready formulations — serving up looks for the studio, the nail salon, and every setting in between.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
4 June 2026
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The Sagamore was reduced to ashes twice before its final form was constructed in the 1920s (hopefully the third time’s a charm).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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Their arrival is near or after sunset with less juice in the atmosphere to work with, but there could still be a passing storm or downpour, or even an isolated severe storm with stronger gusts.—
Eric Fisher,
CBS News,
6 June 2026
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Choose low-sugar options such as dry wines, light beers and cocktails that use fresh juices rather than syrups.—
Teresa Mull,
FOXNews.com,
6 June 2026
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Decades later, research continues to find that attractiveness influences hiring decisions, salaries, legal outcomes, and perceptions of competence.—
Maia Niguel Hoskin,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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Savvy European governments and businesses should be able to find ways to support the domestic economic interests of Gulf countries, while also demonstrating the attractiveness of investment opportunities on their own continent.—
Dr. Robert Mogielnicki,
semafor.com,
19 May 2026
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The sauce gets its pep and sweetness from ketchup, molasses, mustard, and a dash of cayenne.—
Lizzy Briskin,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 May 2026
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Thankfully, Kristine Froseth adds pep as a bimbo who hasn’t yet learned how to talk as leadenly as everyone else.—
Amy Nicholson,
Los Angeles Times,
19 May 2026
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The team anticipating it would occupy our summer baseball fascination is captivating for all the wrong reasons.—
Sam McDowell,
Kansas City Star,
3 June 2026
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The hypnotic motifs and stylized figures in these collections lit a fuse for Nilsson and her peers, seeding a fascination with non-Western art that has continued throughout her career.—
Jeremy Lybarger,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
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“Oomph.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/oomph. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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