as in energy
a spiritual force that is held to emanate from or give animation to living beings
martial artists learn to use ki to fend off would-be attackers
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Noun
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Similarly, the magnetic fields release their energy by producing these jets.—
David Garofalo,
The Conversation,
31 Mar. 2025 -
Tuesday's vote could be the first measure of Trump's popularity and Democrats' energy after the election five months ago.—
The NPR Network,
NPR,
31 Mar. 2025
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It is believed that a women’s qi, or life force, is depleted while giving birth.—
Clarissa Wei,
Bon Appétit,
16 Sep. 2024
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Those with strong qi, who can learn to channel it, make for fierce, skilled warriors.—
Jennifer Ouellette,
Ars Technica,
5 Sep. 2020
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Rosemary, basil, and other potted herbs bring harmonious wood chi to a sunny kitchen windowsill.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Mar. 2025
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Tai chi: This ancient Chinese practice incorporates slow, gentle movements and focusing on breathing to promote peace and relaxation.—
Amy Kwan,
Verywell Health,
5 Mar. 2025
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The lingering fumes of attention and magical aura somehow still surround the oddball Rodgers like the cloud of dirt around Pig-Pen in the Peanuts comic strip.—
Greg Cote,
Miami Herald,
13 Mar. 2025
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Any positive vibe will be welcome and in stark contrast to the negative aura that engulfed last season’s NFC Championship reign.—
Cam Inman,
The Mercury News,
8 Mar. 2025
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“Ki.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ki. Accessed 4 Apr. 2025.
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