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as in love
a feeling of strong or constant regard for and dedication to someone
married at the age of 18, they share a passion that has lasted for over half a century
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as in desire
a strong wish for something
a passion to become a doctor
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as in emotion
a subjective response to a person, thing, or situation
people are sometimes slaves to their own passions
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as in enthusiasm
depth of feeling
your passion for your cause is admirable, but you still can't insult people who disagree with you
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as in feeling
passions plural
general emotional condition
people who are swayed by their passions and not by reason
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as in lust
intense sexual desire
their relationship began with passion but a deep love quickly grew between them
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as in lustfulness
sexual appetite
the kind of pent-up passion that comes from having spent the winter in remote isolation
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Recent Examples of passion
February 2025 Knight of Wands: The full moon in Leo on February 24 will supercharge your creativity and passion, making this the perfect month to take bold risks in love, art, or personal projects.
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Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 May 2025
His unique passions and experiences lead him to create works that truly resonate with his audience.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 21 Apr. 2025
At age 14, Tom Schröder had no idea that his passion for sailing would lead him to an ocean odyssey spanning the globe.
—Katia Damborsky, Robb Report, 20 Apr. 2025
Venus returns to Aries on April 30, bringing a surge of passion and spice back to our relationships and self-expression.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 19 Apr. 2025
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Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 May 2025
His unique passions and experiences lead him to create works that truly resonate with his audience.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 21 Apr. 2025
At age 14, Tom Schröder had no idea that his passion for sailing would lead him to an ocean odyssey spanning the globe.
—Katia Damborsky, Robb Report, 20 Apr. 2025
Venus returns to Aries on April 30, bringing a surge of passion and spice back to our relationships and self-expression.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 19 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for passion
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Fast causal chain Shake Shack has decided to spread the love beginning Thursday, May 1 with a rotating schedule of free burger creations to add to a purchase of $10 or more.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
2 May 2025
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This is hardly the first time Diplo’s shown the love for the unincorporated area about 15 miles southwest of downtown Miami.—
Madeleine Marr,
Miami Herald,
1 May 2025
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Plenty of Full House viewers probably had a crush on John Stamos, who played the hunky-but-sweet rocker Uncle Jesse on the popular TGIF sitcom.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
EW.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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The 36-year-old walked into the courthouse through a crush of reporters and photographers.—
Jennifer McLogan,
CBS News,
25 Apr. 2025
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Several voiced a desire for neighborhood checkpoints staffed by the National Guard, which are currently in place to protect Pacific Palisades.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
2 May 2025
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Being honest, open and direct is key — don’t be afraid to express your heart’s desires.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
2 May 2025
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There are moments of levity scattered throughout, a necessity when dealing with subject matter as harsh and cold as inevitable mortality, but they're surgically placed to extract the most emotion out of the player.—
Ross Rosenfeld,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 Apr. 2025
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Try to identify emotions beyond frustration, annoyance or other shades of anger.—
Caroline Fleck, Contributor,
CNBC,
23 Apr. 2025
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After so much enthusiasm and excitement following his winter move from Mercedes, reality is setting in for Lewis Hamilton at Ferrari.—
Luke Smith,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
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The company was able to lean on the enthusiasm and raw, emotional responses that moviegoers, including social media influencers, were having to the film.—
Ryan Faughnder,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Apr. 2025
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Mummy Pig talks pregnancy, big feelings Kelce, also pregnant with her fourth daughter at the time, extended her congratulations and asked how Mummy Pig's other children, Peppa and George, were handling the news.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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That feeling was reaffirmed during a trip to Louisiana last week when Campbell pancaked his future coach.—
Chad Graff,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2025
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Eventually, Frank wants to be on the receiving end of his own unquenchable lust, and perhaps Rick wants something similar—to be on the receiving end of his own insatiable rage, and experience the bliss of death.—
Dani Di Placido,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
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Read more: About That Surprise Cameo in the The White Lotus Season 3 Premiere Season 2 focused on infidelity Season 2 centered on lust, and the pairings were predictably toxic.—
Eliana Dockterman,
TIME,
9 Mar. 2025
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The Duke and Duchess of Rothesay, as the couple is called in Scotland, were full of flirty moments throughout their day, sneaking in looks of love and small displays of affection.—
Stephanie Petit,
People.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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The footage showing London's hilarious display of affection at the sight of his owner has warmed the hearts of countless viewers online, reminding many of the unmatched bond between dogs and their humans.—
Tom Rogers,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Apr. 2025
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“Passion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/passion. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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