as in breathtaking
causing great emotional or mental stimulation
Dr. King's "I Have a Dream" speech was one of the truly electric moments in American oratory
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Recent Examples of electric
Sean Evans, Robb Report, 5 Feb. 2025
Nissan and Honda agreed in December to start talks on joining forces to create the world's third-largest automaker — seen as a bid to catch up with Tesla and Chinese electric vehicle firms.
—Afp, CBS News, 5 Feb. 2025
New Atlas, 4 Jan. 2025
For an electric, the Mach-E actually tips the scales at a fairly reasonable number.
—Michael Teo Van Runkle, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
According to Mohr, while the handoff between the electric motor and the combustion engine must be imperceptible, everything else must adhere to traditional Lamborghini DNA in terms of driving feel.
—Sean Evans, Robb Report, 5 Feb. 2025
Nissan and Honda agreed in December to start talks on joining forces to create the world's third-largest automaker — seen as a bid to catch up with Tesla and Chinese electric vehicle firms.
—Afp, CBS News, 5 Feb. 2025
Noun
Pre-orders for both the electrics have been open for a while, with the Pulse coming in at $13,499 while the Origin is priced at $14,499.
—New Atlas, 4 Jan. 2025
For an electric, the Mach-E actually tips the scales at a fairly reasonable number.
—Michael Teo Van Runkle, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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An El Dorado Hills home that nearly set a residential sales record at $7 million is no longer on the market, but a new opportunity awaits just two miles away with an even more breathtaking view of Folsom Lake — at a fraction of the price.—
David Caraccio,
Sacramento Bee,
27 Jan. 2025
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Some purists see voice-over as a crutch, but this feels like an excellent example of that technique done right, adding depth that Edgerton’s largely wordless performance and the breathtaking cinematography could not achieve without it.—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
26 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Make sure the lighting’s right, and set your phone, tablet or laptop up so your face is fully in frame.—
BestReviews,
The Mercury News,
3 Feb. 2025
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Another characteristic of neutral colors is that their appearance changes with lighting.—
Claire Hoppe Norgaard,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The intrigue: While lots of wrestlers declare for the Royal Rumble, most of the competitors and their order of entry are kept a mystery, making every countdown of the timer more exciting.—
Justin L. Mack,
Axios,
31 Jan. 2025
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Visiting Stadiums On Summer Tour Excited about The battle against tyranny sounds rather exciting!—
Liza Lentini,
SPIN,
31 Jan. 2025
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Thousands of visitors to the Nashville Zoo this holiday season will be welcomed by a massive collection of glowing lanterns, all hand-painted by experts who have spent months on the design and display.—
Molly Davis,
The Tennessean,
3 Feb. 2025
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When daylight faded and night would fall, the magic of the solar lanterns would come to life.—
Ed Massey,
The Hollywood Reporter,
31 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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And exposition is difficult to make interesting, even in projects requiring far less of it.—
Michael Phillips,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Jan. 2025
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So, life always offers us really interesting storylines, unfortunately.—
Jonathan Granoff,
Newsweek,
29 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Attendees placed candles in front of the camp’s Wall of Death before gathering under a large tent erected for the occasion.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
27 Jan. 2025
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Surrounded by a pink floral arch and too many candles to count, the quarterback knelt in front of the Marvel actor, who was dressed in a black-and-white shirtdress and knee-high boots.—
Glamour,
Glamour,
27 Jan. 2025
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Paige was riding eastbound without headlights and against traffic when an SUV driver hit him, CMPD said.—
Joe Marusak,
Charlotte Observer,
1 Feb. 2025
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Other model-specific details include yellow headlights like those found on the company’s GT race cars and red accents on the rear spoiler.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
31 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Yet that battle of wills concluded with a thrilling forehand winner from Keys—who instantly burst into tears.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
25 Jan. 2025
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Aryna Sabalenka 6-3 2-6 7-5 in a thrilling Australian Open women’s final.—
Issy Ronald,
CNN,
25 Jan. 2025
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“Electric.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/electric. Accessed 10 Feb. 2025.
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