as in energy
usually vibes plural
a spiritual force that is held to emanate from or give animation to living beings
a book by a professor of physiological science about her experiments with human energy fields and the vibes they emanate
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Recent Examples of vibe
Made of flowy polyester, this short-sleeve, above-the-knee A-line dress gives major bohemian vibes.
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Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2026
To compound the stress, those returning from time off frequently face a mountain of catch-up work, instantly undoing the good vibes.
—Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 8 June 2026
This linen mini dress fits the vibe with a fun orange color and a beach-ready seashell print.
—Rebecca Shinners, Travel + Leisure, 8 June 2026
The wine bar vibe is a super welcoming, with a list divided by regions that will deepen your appreciation of Greek viticulture.
—Tanya Edwards, Bon Appetit Magazine, 8 June 2026
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Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2026
To compound the stress, those returning from time off frequently face a mountain of catch-up work, instantly undoing the good vibes.
—Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 8 June 2026
This linen mini dress fits the vibe with a fun orange color and a beach-ready seashell print.
—Rebecca Shinners, Travel + Leisure, 8 June 2026
The wine bar vibe is a super welcoming, with a list divided by regions that will deepen your appreciation of Greek viticulture.
—Tanya Edwards, Bon Appetit Magazine, 8 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for vibe
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vibe
Noun
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Wellness gurus will also appreciate the range of treatments and healing modalities on offer at The Lotus Spa, from classic massages and facials to Reiki energy work and sound baths.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 June 2026
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Set your thermostat to 78°F in summer to balance comfort and energy savings.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
12 June 2026
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The versatile hue works across countless nail trends, including aura designs, French tips, jelly finishes, ombré gradients, and chrome overlays.—
Daisy Maldonado,
InStyle,
12 June 2026
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Less as a re-run of the tournament’s opening game from 1998, more for the prospect of Scott McTominay adding to his aura.—
Tamerra Griffin,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
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“Vibe.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vibe. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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