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as in rhetoric
boastful speech or writing
all that gas about being the best fisherman in the world
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as in wind
language that is impressive-sounding but not meaningful or sincere
the candidate's pledge that he'll fight for the common people is just a lot of gas
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as in joy
slang
a source of great satisfaction
that movie with the spectacular special effects was a gas
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as in energy
active strength of body or mind
the tennis player ran out of gas toward the end of the long match
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as in to chat
to engage in casual or rambling conversation
a group of kids in the mall, gassing about their favorite music
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as in to warm
slang
to give satisfaction to
a swinging jazz set that really gassed the crowd
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Recent Examples of gas
Matthew Martin, semafor.com, 7 May 2026
And the national average US gas price is at a four-year high of around $4.23.
—Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 29 Apr. 2026
Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 22 Mar. 2026
No matter your fitness level, fast running will likely leave you feeling gassed.
—Jenny McCoy, SELF, 20 Mar. 2026
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Noun
The supercomputer, which is being developed with local firm Solutions by stc, is a clear sign of how Gulf oil producers are using technology to transform their oil and gas industries.
—Matthew Martin, semafor.com, 7 May 2026
And the national average US gas price is at a four-year high of around $4.23.
—Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 29 Apr. 2026
Verb
With his skaters in front of him all gassed, Swayman stoned Finnie from eight feet in front in the slot.
—Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 22 Mar. 2026
No matter your fitness level, fast running will likely leave you feeling gassed.
—Jenny McCoy, SELF, 20 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gas
Noun
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Hyper-aggressive rhetoric on social media, political extremism, and the normalization of violence are certainly contributing factors.—
Andrew Cuomo,
New York Daily News,
2 May 2026
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Perhaps, as more and more people on the right echo white-supremacist rhetoric, some lawmakers might actually just start saying the thing out loud, and the courts will have to act.—
Vann R. Newkirk II,
The Atlantic,
2 May 2026
Noun
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The suspension control software from their high-performance cars has enabled Ferrari to develop an algorithm to keep the boat stable, Ribigini adds, which will be vital at all times, but particularly in rough seas and strong winds.—
Andrew Rice,
New York Times,
7 May 2026
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Indigo waves Along the Pacific Coast of the United States, waves of shimmering, indigo blue creatures known as Velella velella or by-the-wind sailors, have been washing up on beaches this spring.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
7 May 2026
Noun
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James saw him one day and was drawn to help kids in similar situations realize their joy.—
Marc Topkin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
4 May 2026
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As my sunken heart leapt up, my limbs warmed with joy and relief.—
Angela Andaloro,
PEOPLE,
4 May 2026
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Renewable energy Iggo is also keen on renewable energy, citing a recovery in stocks this year, driven by the massive demand for electricity coming from the AI trade, as well as the conflict in the Middle East.—
Michael Considine,
CNBC,
2 May 2026
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As the Moon in Scorpio trines Jupiter from your 2nd House of Resources, confidence builds around what’s actually worth your time, energy, and attention.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
2 May 2026
Verb
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The flattering front-seam jeans Clarkson wore while chatting with singer Alanis Morissette.—
Averi Baudler,
PEOPLE,
6 May 2026
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Actors in period costumes looked over scripts and chatted with one another.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
4 May 2026
Verb
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They are not intended for warming frozen pizza, toast with butter or cheese, or American-style muffins.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
7 May 2026
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There’s a horse walker, a merry-go-round-like machine to which horses are attached that leads them in a slow circle to warm them up.—
Elise Taylor,
Vanity Fair,
7 May 2026
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Of course, most of this is for show, just as Carr’s podcasts appearances last year threatening Kimmel were a bunch of hot air.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
29 Apr. 2026
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Even the smallest crack or window gap can allow cool air to escape and hot air to creep in.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
27 Apr. 2026
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The recently refreshed lakeside pool makes for a perfect place to cool off after a hard day’s work of vacationing, and the on-site bakery is the spot for coffee and a treat.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
6 May 2026
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The model worked a treat, with JWST's observations not only explaining the TOI-1130 system, but possibly all mini-Neptunes that are found close to their star.—
Keith Cooper,
Space.com,
6 May 2026
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“Gas.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gas. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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