as in now
keenly aware of and responsive to the latest developments especially in fashion and entertainment
a film genre that today's turned-on moviegoers seem little interested in
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as in attacked
to take sudden, violent action against
it is dangerous to keep tigers as house pets, as they often turn on their masters without warning
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as in thrilled
to cause a pleasurable stimulation of the feelings
unsurprisingly, the fanboys were turned on by the movie's amazing special effects and slam-bang plot
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as in activated
to cause to function
would you turn on the TV?
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Recent Examples of turned-on
Nathan Rott, NPR, 13 Apr. 2026
Magyar is a onetime Orbán loyalist who turned on the prime minister two years ago and managed to do what past opposition leaders couldn’t—overcome the incumbent’s enormous advantages.
—Isaac Stanley-Becker, The Atlantic, 12 Apr. 2026
Winning by four at halftime, the Wolverines came out after the break and turned on the gas.
—Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 7 Apr. 2026
The white tip is turned on its side, while the base is half nude and half baby pink.
—Emily Kelleher, InStyle, 7 Apr. 2026
For prosecutors, the communications offer a window into the plot’s inner workings and its unraveling as suspects turned on one another while being hunted by Haitian authorities.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 6 Apr. 2026
The semi’s driver turned on the hazard lights and tried to block the disabled vehicle.
—Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 Mar. 2026
The car crash Tiger Woods got in on Friday resulted in his vehicle being turned on its driver's side.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 31 Mar. 2026
That officer turned on their overhead lights and positioned the patrol vehicle to block the lanes of traffic for safety.
—Briauna Brown, CBS News, 29 Mar. 2026
Verb
Why the Ngogo group split and why its members turned on each other is still unclear.
—Nathan Rott, NPR, 13 Apr. 2026
Magyar is a onetime Orbán loyalist who turned on the prime minister two years ago and managed to do what past opposition leaders couldn’t—overcome the incumbent’s enormous advantages.
—Isaac Stanley-Becker, The Atlantic, 12 Apr. 2026
Winning by four at halftime, the Wolverines came out after the break and turned on the gas.
—Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 7 Apr. 2026
The white tip is turned on its side, while the base is half nude and half baby pink.
—Emily Kelleher, InStyle, 7 Apr. 2026
For prosecutors, the communications offer a window into the plot’s inner workings and its unraveling as suspects turned on one another while being hunted by Haitian authorities.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 6 Apr. 2026
The semi’s driver turned on the hazard lights and tried to block the disabled vehicle.
—Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 Mar. 2026
The car crash Tiger Woods got in on Friday resulted in his vehicle being turned on its driver's side.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 31 Mar. 2026
That officer turned on their overhead lights and positioned the patrol vehicle to block the lanes of traffic for safety.
—Briauna Brown, CBS News, 29 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for turned-on
Adjective
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That green room is where his agent, Rich Paul, introduced him to his now coach with the LA Clippers, Ty Lue.—
Jared Weiss,
New York Times,
30 Mar. 2026
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Lawmakers failed to reach an agreement yesterday to end the now weeks-long Department of Homeland Security shutdown.—
Josephine Rozzelle,
CNBC,
12 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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What space the library does have is overwhelmingly downtown.—
Mark Dee,
Idaho Statesman,
25 Feb. 2026
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The ninth annual Black Joy Parade drew thousands of people downtown for an afternoon of good vibes, great food and blaring beats on two stages.—
Warren Pederson,
San Francisco Chronicle,
22 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The cozy fleece bottoms have a flattering straight-leg fit and feature subtle side piping, giving them a fashionable, sporty effect.—
Melony Forcier,
PEOPLE,
15 Apr. 2026
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Off-ball linebackers, the fashionable new name for what was previously called inside linebackers, are in plentiful supply in the NFL draft.—
Chris Perkins,
Sun Sentinel,
14 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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These days, the guests skew younger and hipper than outrageously wealthy (though room rates are still nothing to scoff at).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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But a vampire-centric film — up against a dramedy/thriller — was perhaps a bridge too far for even a hipper Academy.—
Scott Feinberg,
HollywoodReporter,
16 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Peace Love Mahjong tiles and accessories combine beautiful design with high-quality materials, turning a classic game into a stylish experience that brings friends and community together.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2026
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The combination of a stylish pair of frames and prescription lenses balances a person’s medical needs with their personal aesthetics.—
Advertorial,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Everyone’s putting on a cool, with-it surface while paddling like mad underneath.—
Olivia Waite,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
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The line felt dumb and flaccid, derivative in an irritating rather than with-it sense, and lacking the transgression found in good gallows humor.—
Lauren Michele Jackson,
The New Yorker,
27 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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This smart toaster is designed to evenly toast bagels, bread, waffles and more from edge to edge, delivering a crisp exterior while keeping the inside soft.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2026
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This navy Continental Carry-on Luggage blends durability with smart design details that frequent travelers will appreciate right away.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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There's a decidedly fresh take on the traditional safari scene happening here with groovy music that plays from the speakers and bartenders mixing cocktails in the background.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Apr. 2026
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Just as a good song can have a groovy beat but a predictable melody, so a piece of fiction can work on some levels but not others.—
Joshua Rothman,
New Yorker,
3 Apr. 2026
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“Turned-on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/turned-on. Accessed 17 Apr. 2026.
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