as in thrill
a pleasurably intense stimulation of the feelings
a cultural critic who argues that people have become too dependent upon the instant gratification and titillation that television and the Internet provide
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But Brussels’s image has always lacked the romance of Paris, or London’s subversive artistic spirit, or the thrill of Barcelona’s vibrant restaurant circuit.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
8 July 2025 -
But along with the thrill of foraging and discovery, the solitary experience of wading through so much material over many weeks illuminated the heavy loneliness of research.—
Brian Schaefer
July 7,
Literary Hub,
7 July 2025
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Stock up on your favorite flavor combos, making sure to include fruity, sweet, and even syrups with a little kick.—
Claire Hoppe Norgaard,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 July 2025
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The kicks come with many of the same comfortable designs as its beloved Oca Low sneakers that even Gabrielle Union has worn.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
People.com,
18 July 2025
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“Titillation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/titillation. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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