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as in encouragement
something that arouses a strong response from another
there were few excitements of any kind on our very uneventful trip back home
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as in enthusiasm
urgent desire or interest
in our excitement to get going, we forgot to make sure that all of the lights in the house had been turned off
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Recent Examples of excitement
In Israel, excitement over the soon to be returned hostages will be cut through with deep concern over the ones left behind.
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Ruth Margalit, The New Yorker, 16 Jan. 2025
The excitement in Jeff Saturday’s voice is palpable through the phone.
—Brian Wacker, Chicago Tribune, 16 Jan. 2025
The big picture: Trump's promises to extend tax cuts and reduce regulation are stirring excitement among NoVa's top executives, according to a new survey first shared with Axios.
—Cuneyt Dil, Axios, 16 Jan. 2025
But when The Arizona Republic reporters visited the border ahead of his start date, there wasn't a unified message of excitement for a new era.
—Amanda Luberto, The Arizona Republic, 15 Jan. 2025
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Ruth Margalit, The New Yorker, 16 Jan. 2025
The excitement in Jeff Saturday’s voice is palpable through the phone.
—Brian Wacker, Chicago Tribune, 16 Jan. 2025
The big picture: Trump's promises to extend tax cuts and reduce regulation are stirring excitement among NoVa's top executives, according to a new survey first shared with Axios.
—Cuneyt Dil, Axios, 16 Jan. 2025
But when The Arizona Republic reporters visited the border ahead of his start date, there wasn't a unified message of excitement for a new era.
—Amanda Luberto, The Arizona Republic, 15 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for excitement
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In the hours and days that followed Andrews’ heartbreaking drop in the corner of the end zone, his teammates offered praise and words of encouragement.—
Sam Cohn,
Sun Sentinel,
24 Jan. 2025
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The same study noted that businesses that offered words of encouragement, acts of appreciation or other kind acts helped improve engagement and accountability among the workforce.—
Kate Vitasek,
Forbes,
24 Jan. 2025
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Investors responded with enthusiasm, sending Burberry shares up nearly 15 percent to 12.31 pounds in morning trading following the update.—
Samantha Conti,
WWD,
24 Jan. 2025
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In his defense, the Anti-Defamation League tweeted from X that Musk’s gesture seemed to be an awkward expression of enthusiasm.—
Quartz Intelligence Newsroom,
Quartz,
24 Jan. 2025
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The attacks demonstrated the group's thirst for vengeance against those who intervened against its initial rise in Iraq and Syria over a decade ago.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
19 Jan. 2025
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His work is driven by curiosity, passion, and a thirst for experiences through adventure and travel… Read More Allen Farmelo Allen Farmelo is Robb Report's digital watch editor.—
Allen Farmelo,
Robb Report,
17 Jan. 2025
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What to Know The new payments, known as Recovery Rebate Credit (RRC), are being sent to eligible taxpayers who did not claim federal stimulus checks they were entitled to as part of their tax returns for 2021.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
24 Jan. 2025
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From bailing out financial institutions in 2008 to funding government stimulus programs during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Fed has consistently prioritized political expediency over economic fundamentals.—
Dave Birnbaum,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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Police say Clarke has refused to speak or provide any motivation.—
Milena Malaver,
Miami Herald,
17 Jan. 2025
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This storytelling reveals the leader’s motivations and principles, helping team members feel more connected to their vision and approach.—
Paola Cecchi-Dimeglio,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
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From tax credits and down payment assistance for first-time homebuyers to incentives for builders to invest in new construction, these positive proposals would have positively affected this vexing problem.—
David Byrd,
Baltimore Sun,
20 Jan. 2025
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The Wolverines were so invested in talent retention that a One More Year Fund was launched to, as the name suggests, provide financial incentives for stars like Blake Corum to stay for one more year instead of turning pro.—
Matt Baker,
The Athletic,
20 Jan. 2025
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“Excitement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/excitement. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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