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as in breathtaking
causing great emotional or mental stimulation
an exciting, come-from-behind victory for the underdogs in the last game of the World Series
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as in provocative
serving or likely to arouse a strong reaction
and what exciting news have you for us today?
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as in thrilling
to cause a pleasurable stimulation of the feelings
for some reason the first snowfall of the season never fails to excite us
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as in encouraging
to rouse to strong feeling or action
televised pictures of the victims of the famine that would excite any viewer to pity
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an exciting adventure
a fascinating adventure
an intriguing adventure
an enticing adventure
an engrossing adventure
an enthralling adventure
an exciting day
exciting possibilities
electrifying possibilities
intriguing possibilities
enticing possibilities
interesting possibilities
fascinating possibilities
an exciting story
an entertaining story
an engrossing story
an enthralling story
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an intriguing story
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Recent Examples of exciting
Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 6 Dec. 2024
November was an exciting month for Milwaukee foodies.
—Jessica Rodriguez, Journal Sentinel, 6 Dec. 2024
The fight card is already stacking up to be quite exciting, with Johnny Walker vs Bogdan Guskov, Payton Talbott vs Raoni Barecelos, and more.
—Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
The Fire sign is symbolized by the archer and governed by Jupiter — the planet of luck and expansion — which adds to the curious and exciting energy in the air.
—Athena Sobhan, People.com, 23 Nov. 2024
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Willem Dafoe, Finn Wolfhard, and Emily Watson round out the impressive cast, but Saxon’s most exciting collaborator might be Dirty Projectors frontman Dave Longstreth, who contributed the film’s score.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 6 Dec. 2024
November was an exciting month for Milwaukee foodies.
—Jessica Rodriguez, Journal Sentinel, 6 Dec. 2024
The fight card is already stacking up to be quite exciting, with Johnny Walker vs Bogdan Guskov, Payton Talbott vs Raoni Barecelos, and more.
—Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
The Fire sign is symbolized by the archer and governed by Jupiter — the planet of luck and expansion — which adds to the curious and exciting energy in the air.
—Athena Sobhan, People.com, 23 Nov. 2024
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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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To photograph her as a model, in the bold outfits and provocative poses that advertising and editorial employ, renders that photographic language distinctly visible, and critiquable.Max Norman, ARTnews.com, 9 Dec. 2024
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The movie’s sharp humor and layered storytelling explore themes of faith and ambition in a way that feels both fresh and provocative.Okla Jones, Essence, 9 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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The philosophy prioritizes profit over growth, encouraging businesses to optimize existing resources and reactivate past customer connections.Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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In light of these statistics, organizations are increasingly pushing consumers toward chatbots, emails and FAQs, encouraging customers to figure out their own problems.Todd Fisher, Forbes, 11 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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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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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
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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
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The most emotion-provoking parts of this episode for me are the Travis segments, and the main emotion those scenes provoke is irritation.Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 8 Dec. 2024
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With millions of square feet of expo space to explore, hundreds of thought-provoking sessions to attend and more than half of the Fortune 500 expected to meet up with, planning is key to getting the most from the show.Martine Paris, Forbes, 8 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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