as in kick
a pleasurably intense stimulation of the feelings
everyone gets a real thrill out of the Independence Day fireworks
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as in to excite
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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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 thrill
William Jones, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2025
There’s nothing like the thrill of walking through the perfume aisle of a department store or Sephora and finding your signature scent (or two).
—Catharine Malzahn, Glamour, 24 Apr. 2025
Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 5 May 2025
Should Journalism win the Derby, McCarthy, of course, will be thrilled.
—Dana O'Neil, New York Times, 1 May 2025
Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 11 May 2025
Towson boys lacrosse won a thrilling 6-5 overtime regional semifinal over Catonsville with Hudson Arrup scoring the tying and winning goals.
—Craig J. Clary, Baltimore Sun, 10 May 2025
Ben Standig, The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024
Equally thrilling for the faithful will be photo evidence of George and Andrew going caroling in disguise.
—Kim Willis, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
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Noun
The funnel is wide open, welcoming anyone who wants to experience the thrill and connection of ownership.
—William Jones, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2025
There’s nothing like the thrill of walking through the perfume aisle of a department store or Sephora and finding your signature scent (or two).
—Catharine Malzahn, Glamour, 24 Apr. 2025
Verb
The singer and rapper, who was promoting a new collection with Bose, didn’t reveal too much more, but that hint is surely enough to thrill millions of longtime listeners all around the globe.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 5 May 2025
Should Journalism win the Derby, McCarthy, of course, will be thrilled.
—Dana O'Neil, New York Times, 1 May 2025
Adjective
If the Nuggets do indeed thrive on the adrenaline of a thrilling playoff game or series, then a 3-1 lead over the Thunder might’ve been too simple for them.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 11 May 2025
Towson boys lacrosse won a thrilling 6-5 overtime regional semifinal over Catonsville with Hudson Arrup scoring the tying and winning goals.
—Craig J. Clary, Baltimore Sun, 10 May 2025
Verb
The latest, a thrilling 36-33 comeback victory over the NFC East-leading Philadelphia Eagles, put Washington on the cusp of its first playoff appearance since 2020 and cemented Daniels as the massive favorite for Offensive Rookie of the Year.
—Ben Standig, The Athletic, 27 Dec. 2024
Equally thrilling for the faithful will be photo evidence of George and Andrew going caroling in disguise.
—Kim Willis, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thrill
Noun
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The lone goal Sunday was an own-goal that resulted from a kick by Sporting KC’s Daniel Salloi that was in no way, shape, or form a shot attempt.—
Daniel Sperry,
Kansas City Star,
5 May 2025
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Beloved for their high-performance pairs with a cool vintage-y spin, Autry’s covetable kicks continue to resonate with sneaker fans everywhere.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
2 May 2025
Adjective
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His aggressive, exciting driving style is already winning over fans.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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This is a good fight trending toward an exciting finish.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
3 May 2025
Noun
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After graduating college, there is a mixture of exhilaration, and fear.—
Jack Kelly,
Forbes.com,
6 May 2025
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Despite the way it is sometimes depicted in movies and television, the work of investigative reporting moves slowly, with hours of boredom punctuated by moments of exhilaration that, sometimes, are undone by further research.—
Stephen Engelberg,
ProPublica,
31 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Tim Duncan has 37 points and 16 rebounds, and Tony Parker adds 27 points to help the San Antonio Spurs overpower the Lakers 110-82 to win the Western Conference semifinal series 4-2. 2004 — With one breathtaking surge, Smarty Jones posts a record 11½-length victory in the Preakness.—
Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2025
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Known for her boundary-pushing creativity and breathtaking stage presence, Taylor will also be spearheading the creative direction for the 106 & Park 25th Anniversary Tribute.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
15 May 2025
Adjective
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What a night of interesting and awesome fights in Des Moines, Iowa.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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Welcome to Taste Test, where every week our critic Jonah Flicker explores the most buzzworthy and interesting whiskeys in the world.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
4 May 2025
Adjective
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The smells, on the other hand, were intriguing—solvents, 3D printers, some other rapid prototyping, or maybe all of it all at once.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
2 May 2025
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Even for an amateur baker like myself, some of the most intriguing recipes fall in the dessert chapter—because who wouldn’t want chewy tahini blondies or a coffee and cream icebox cake to end the meal?—
Wilder Davies,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
2 May 2025
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“Thrill.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thrill. Accessed 20 May. 2025.
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