as in thrills
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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Noun
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That’s because its plug-in hybrid powertrain, which delivers up to 50 miles of electric driving range, is built for thrills.—
Scotty Reiss,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026 -
Perhaps, but Alonso’s attentive gaze reworks the meaning of excitement such that a banal exchange with the nearby farmhand, and a drive into the nearby village, provide minor thrills — that is, if you’re properly settled onto Alonso’s serenely sluggish wavelength.—
Beatrice Loayza,
Variety,
16 May 2026
Noun
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These new Ubfen kicks look retro but feel especially practical for everyday wear.—
Aashna Gheewalla,
PEOPLE,
14 May 2026
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In episode eight of season three, Matthew’s family and friends want to support his burgeoning business, so they’re shown wearing a variety of fresh kicks — ranging from baby Sutton wearing red and white Nike Dunk Lows to Harrison Ford in his aforementioned style.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
11 May 2026
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“Titillations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/titillations. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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