as in breathtaking
causing great emotional or mental stimulation
ranked the U.S. hockey team's victory in 1980 as one of the most electrifying moments in Olympic history
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as in thrilling
to cause a pleasurable stimulation of the feelings
Marian Anderson electrified audiences with her soaring operatic voice
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Recent Examples of electrifying
Erika Page, The Christian Science Monitor, 10 Dec. 2024
This week brought an electrifying mix of art, fashion, and cultural celebration, as Black stars illuminated the scene with unforgettable moments.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 10 Dec. 2024
Set against vibrant backdrops, the visual opens with scenes from a live performance featuring Boosie Badazz and Lil Durk, showcasing her rising star power and electrifying stage presence.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 6 Dec. 2024
The electrifying sparks that fly among them are offset by exquisite moments of tender reconciliation, hatched out of their shared sorrow.
—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Dec. 2024
End Miami Art Week on a high note with John Summit’s electrifying performance at LIV Miami on Saturday, December 7th.
—Erica Wertheim Zohar, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
The evening will kick off with an electrifying DJ set by DJ Crespo, setting the stage for an unforgettable performance by American rapper, singer-songwriter, and record producer, Chance The Rapper.
—Erica Wertheim Zohar, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
In addition to the tax credits for EVs, the IRA and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Act included generous support for electrifying trucks and school buses and developing the charging infrastructure for them.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2024
His electrifying set was paired with a massive fireworks show, starting the cruise with a bang (literally).
—Meghan Mahar, Billboard, 26 Nov. 2024
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Last year, electrifying transportation became the largest area of energy transition investment, with around $634 billion spent worldwide.
—Erika Page, The Christian Science Monitor, 10 Dec. 2024
This week brought an electrifying mix of art, fashion, and cultural celebration, as Black stars illuminated the scene with unforgettable moments.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 10 Dec. 2024
Set against vibrant backdrops, the visual opens with scenes from a live performance featuring Boosie Badazz and Lil Durk, showcasing her rising star power and electrifying stage presence.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 6 Dec. 2024
The electrifying sparks that fly among them are offset by exquisite moments of tender reconciliation, hatched out of their shared sorrow.
—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Dec. 2024
End Miami Art Week on a high note with John Summit’s electrifying performance at LIV Miami on Saturday, December 7th.
—Erica Wertheim Zohar, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
The evening will kick off with an electrifying DJ set by DJ Crespo, setting the stage for an unforgettable performance by American rapper, singer-songwriter, and record producer, Chance The Rapper.
—Erica Wertheim Zohar, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
In addition to the tax credits for EVs, the IRA and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Act included generous support for electrifying trucks and school buses and developing the charging infrastructure for them.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2024
His electrifying set was paired with a massive fireworks show, starting the cruise with a bang (literally).
—Meghan Mahar, Billboard, 26 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for electrifying
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Often referred to as the European Hawaii, this stunning destination offers breathtaking landscapes, authentic markets and exquisite wines.Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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This cheating would have been breathtaking, breathtaking.TIME Staff, TIME, 12 Dec. 2024
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This thrilling toy gets kids off the couch, away from screens and enjoying the benefits of outdoor play.The View, ABC News, 11 Dec. 2024
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Reaching 60 mph from a standstill in under five seconds was quite possible, and both its crisp induction sound and wonderfully throaty exhaust tone made one thrilling soundtrack at wide-open throttle.Peter Nelson, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Now, Sailors can jump aboard any of our ships across an endless variety of exciting destinations for an entire year.Alex Ledsom, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
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Yet Wilmot-Sitwell claims the more exciting opening is from an under-the-radar luxury operator, Kazazian, whose modernist all-white boats are the sleekest way to experience the Nile.Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 7 Dec. 2024
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However, the puzzles are rarely straightforward, using homophones and wordplay, among other techniques, to keep things interesting.Dan Perry, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
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Storks Are Fascinating Beyond Their Brood Reducing Ways Despite their ruthless parenting, storks are fascinating creatures with other interesting traits.Scott Travers, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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When Venus was in Scorpio, the whimsical goth aesthetic was an instant hit, bringing a dark, romantic vibe with an intriguing edge.Valerie Mesa, People.com, 8 Dec. 2024
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There’s an intriguing discomfort to Nate Heller’s score and how Marielle uses sound, plus a kind of percussive editing rhythm to make the film’s mundane events feel heavy and its surreal events feel sublime.Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 6 Dec. 2024
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Advertisement While tech companies have given to previous presidential inaugurations, the donations come as Trump and Republicans look at reshaping policies that impact social media, electric vehicles, artificial intelligence and more.Queenie Wong, Los Angeles Times, 14 Dec. 2024
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Sure, electric vehicles are more efficient than conventional oil-guzzling cars—but their benefit applies only if the overall use of personal cars drops.Vijay Kolinjivadi, TIME, 14 Dec. 2024
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“Electrifying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/electrifying. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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