as in exciting
causing great emotional or mental stimulation
a thrilling adventure movie
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as in electrifying
to cause a pleasurable stimulation of the feelings of
I was thrilled to hear that you got the promotion that you'd been so desperately wanting
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Recent Examples of thrilling
Jeff Suess, Cincinnati Enquirer, 26 Oct. 2025
Created by the visionary behind the Oscar-winning Pinocchio (2022), this Emmy-winning anthology horror series presents eight visually thrilling, nightmarish tales, ranging from colossal rats to alien parasites.
—Kelsie Gibson, PEOPLE, 23 Oct. 2025
Paulina Dedaj, FOXNews.com, 28 Oct. 2025
Hollywood teemed with thrilling runway appearances—from major models, yes, but also iconic movie costumes and no shortage of high-profile actors.
—Vogue, 27 Oct. 2025
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Adjective
For those who love true crime mysteries, the Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library offers up a thrilling tale of what may be one of Cincinnati’s earliest serial killers.
—Jeff Suess, Cincinnati Enquirer, 26 Oct. 2025
Created by the visionary behind the Oscar-winning Pinocchio (2022), this Emmy-winning anthology horror series presents eight visually thrilling, nightmarish tales, ranging from colossal rats to alien parasites.
—Kelsie Gibson, PEOPLE, 23 Oct. 2025
Verb
The situation took a surprising turn as Fields went 21-of-32 for 244 yards and a touchdown, along with 31 yards on 11 rushes in the thrilling 39-38 win.
—Paulina Dedaj, FOXNews.com, 28 Oct. 2025
Hollywood teemed with thrilling runway appearances—from major models, yes, but also iconic movie costumes and no shortage of high-profile actors.
—Vogue, 27 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thrilling
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Hurricane season, monsoons, and extreme heat can all impact your trip, and while some holidays add an exciting dose of flavor, others may shut down key attractions or restaurants.—
Jim Augerinos,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Oct. 2025
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Chalotra still excels at giving Yennefer a desperate rage that makes her sorceress scenes visceral and exciting.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
30 Oct. 2025
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Seeing others, of all ages, who look like them at NYCC, takes an already electrifying experience to new heights.—
Nikki Birch,
NPR,
31 Oct. 2025
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Skattebo was in the midst of an electrifying rookie season with the Giants.—
Matt Audilet,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Oct. 2025
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That prevented a walk-off fielder’s choice and set the stage for the equally breathtaking play that ensued.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
2 Nov. 2025
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Given how much of the story takes place in a confined setting, when one character launches themselves across a table to attack another, the moment is breathtaking.—
Shirley Li,
The Atlantic,
31 Oct. 2025
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Suddenly, sincerity felt like a fresher approach to a contemporary political story—more interesting, more unexpected, and more aligned with my artistic ethos.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Nov. 2025
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Krasinski also has the least interesting yet very successful Hollywood career imaginable, but that doesn’t mean he should be exiled or worse.—
Choire Sicha,
CNN Money,
4 Nov. 2025
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In the remote northeast corner of Utah, Powder Haven has quietly become one of the most intriguing experiments in luxury ski real estate.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
29 Oct. 2025
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Here’s what the science actually shows about this intriguing fungus – and why moderation and caution still matter.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
29 Oct. 2025
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“Thrilling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thrilling. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.
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