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as in ecstatic
experiencing or marked by overwhelming usually pleasurable emotion
still heady from his election win, he announced his first cabinet appointments
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as in smart
having or showing a practical cleverness or judgment
one of the headiest politicians around, he knows how to read the public mood at any given moment
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as in rich
having an abundance of some characteristic quality (as flavor)
a rich meal full of heady sauces and strong spices
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Recent Examples of heady
That was in the heady days of Trump’s first term, and multiple outlets took a swing at the mystery.
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Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 28 Mar. 2025
Super Tuscan comes off a little like a rye, the nose heady with rye cereal and ginger.
—Tony Sachs, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
These are heady times for constitutional conservatives bent on reviving and fortifying the original separation of powers.
—Dan McLaughlin, National Review, 26 Mar. 2025
In a heady three months starting last May, a Yak-52 shot down a large number of Russian drones over Kherson Oblast, likely at least a few miles from the front line.
—David Axe, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
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Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 28 Mar. 2025
Super Tuscan comes off a little like a rye, the nose heady with rye cereal and ginger.
—Tony Sachs, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
These are heady times for constitutional conservatives bent on reviving and fortifying the original separation of powers.
—Dan McLaughlin, National Review, 26 Mar. 2025
In a heady three months starting last May, a Yak-52 shot down a large number of Russian drones over Kherson Oblast, likely at least a few miles from the front line.
—David Axe, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for heady
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Fans were ecstatic to find out Elliot’s middle name ties to his grandpa, along with his initials being EMM.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
7 Apr. 2025
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The Love Island season 6 winner, 25, was ecstatic to hear Ellen Pompeo is a big fan of her relationship with Kordell Beckham.—
Rachel Raposas,
People.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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The style is a challenge: should their comedy be smart and savvy or broad and easy-going?—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
10 Apr. 2025
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Light enough to layer over tights or leggings in colder weather, these pants are a smart choice for sightseeing or hiking in rainy conditions, but they can easily be dressed up with a cute blouse or blazer.—
Gabrielle Porcaro,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Apr. 2025
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The main living areas are located on the ground and second floors, offering expansive reception rooms, intricate plasterwork, and rich period details that have been carefully restored and elevated under Kime’s discerning eye and commitment to authenticity.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
18 Apr. 2025
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Video Other rich countries have not filled the gap.—
Declan Walsh,
New York Times,
19 Apr. 2025
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The Front Range faithful who two summers ago lined the streets of downtown Denver, giddy to the last.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
12 Apr. 2025
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By turns giddy, anxious, and despairing, these poems have endeared him to generations of ordinary readers who find in the tempestuous and ultimately brokenhearted poet a strikingly modern and profoundly accessible figure.—
Daniel Mendelsohn,
New Yorker,
31 Mar. 2025
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Only the most astute short-term traders can do well in wild markets; ordinary investors need to keep calm and ignore all the headlines and price gyrations.—
Sal Gilbertie,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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At the same time, Scott’s act of mass ventriloquism—patient, playful, physically astute and ultimately brave—clarifies something at the heart of Chekhov’s play.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
18 Mar. 2025
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This threat, while at its most potent with just 24 hours left on the filing deadline clock, will continue to pose a danger to all users for some months to come.—
Davey Winder,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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This fantasy of reconciliation is especially potent in the series’ later seasons, written and released in the wake of #MeToo.—
Moira Donegan,
New Yorker,
11 Apr. 2025
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But this news didn’t spoil the euphoric and glamorous atmosphere of Vinitaly.—
Elisabetta Tosi,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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Expat Syrians Mohamed Abdul Wahab, his brother Omar, and a friend are euphoric to be back in Damascus, having arrived the night before from their current home in Istanbul.—
Taylor Luck,
Christian Science Monitor,
10 Apr. 2025
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As part of that effort, Democrats are hoping to exploit the sharp GOP divisions over the value of Medicaid and how deeply Republicans should cut its funding.—
Mike Lillis,
The Hill,
14 Apr. 2025
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Such a sharp rise in government bond yields over a period of weeks is relatively unusual.—
Simon Moore,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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“Heady.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heady. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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