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as in to thrill
to cause a pleasurable stimulation of the feelings
the exhilarating feeling of flying that hang gliding offers
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as in to excite
to fill with great joy
the climactic moment of commencement ceremonies usually exhilarates graduates and proud parents alike
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Recent Examples of exhilarate
Other scenes like the glittering golden crab or the molten lava monster rose to exhilarating new heights as the light seemed to nearly bore through the panel.
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Ryan Waniata, WIRED, 22 Sep. 2024
October 31 brings a very exciting, exhilarating holiday for many folks—Halloween, duh.
—Mariyam Muhammad, The Enquirer, 31 Oct. 2024
While consumers will have divided attention in the coming months, retailers across all channels should ready the sleigh, because conditions call for a fast, exhilarating ride as shopping begins.
—Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes, 25 Oct. 2024
For a few exhilarating moments, time slows as the whales and boat glide next to one another.
—Carolyn Wells, Longreads, 24 Oct. 2024
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Ryan Waniata, WIRED, 22 Sep. 2024
October 31 brings a very exciting, exhilarating holiday for many folks—Halloween, duh.
—Mariyam Muhammad, The Enquirer, 31 Oct. 2024
While consumers will have divided attention in the coming months, retailers across all channels should ready the sleigh, because conditions call for a fast, exhilarating ride as shopping begins.
—Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes, 25 Oct. 2024
For a few exhilarating moments, time slows as the whales and boat glide next to one another.
—Carolyn Wells, Longreads, 24 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exhilarate
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Updated for a new era, the show succeeded on its glorious score that Coleman made speak in sometimes unexpected but always thrilling ways.Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 9 Dec. 2024
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My cousin was thrilled with the incredible support from the fans and is deeply grateful for Christian’s generosity.Bryan West, USA TODAY, 8 Dec. 2024
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The Cybertruck’s militaristic futurism may excite Musk, but in risk-averse markets such as the EU and the UK, any new technologies must be vetted not by early-adopter customers but by accredited labs.Carlton Reid, WIRED, 15 Dec. 2024
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In addition to the script grabbing his attention, Guadagnino was also excited by the prospect of working with Roberts.Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 14 Dec. 2024
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Cities are getting more crowded and traffic is getting more intense, while at the same time, our transportation choices are getting electrified.William Roberson, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
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The tour showcased her ability to seamlessly blend introspective storytelling with electrifying live performances, resonating with audiences of all ages.Kristen Wisneski, Billboard, 19 Nov. 2024
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But in Beverly Hills, the institutions still endure and keep finding new ways to delight their guests.Andy Wang, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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From classic comfort food to gourmet delights, these local restaurants are offering mouthwatering to-go meals that'll make your holiday season a whole lot easier (and tastier).Ana Gutierrez, Austin American-Statesman, 10 Dec. 2024
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But hearing those very industrial and harsh sounds for the first time was such an elating feeling.Justin Curto, Vulture, 26 Sep. 2024
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All those probed were in unanimous agreement, and the 21-year-old might agree himself alongside others that have been elated by his start to the 2024/2025 season.Tom Sanderson, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
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The judge presiding over Karen Read's retrial approved the prosecution's request for new evidence related to print and television interviews on Thursday. of second-degree murder, vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated and leaving the scene of a collision resulting in death.Jenna Sundel, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
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Her attorney, Katie Gipson-McLean, said evidence showed Higgins and others involved were intoxicated the night of the beating.Stacey Barchenger, The Arizona Republic, 4 Dec. 2024
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“Exhilarate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exhilarate. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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