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as in energetic
having much high-spirited energy and movement
the novel's plot is kinetic and fast-paced, and its effect on the reader is much like that of a surfeit of caffeine
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as in buzzing
marked by much life, movement, or activity
the loft district is the locus of the city's kinetic arts scene
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Recent Examples of kinetic
According to the brand, Hugh Dutton’s kinetic light sculpture nods to the luminosity of Tiffany & Co. diamonds, an aim to unite artistry with craftsmanship, and immerse visitors in the jeweler’s world.
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Thomas Waller, WWD, 18 Oct. 2024
In front of the Hôtel de la Marine stands a kinetic sculpture by Greek artist Takis.
—Sarah Belmont, ARTnews.com, 16 Oct. 2024
But the potential for a wider kinetic conflict hasn’t been greater in decades.
—James Stavridis, The Mercury News, 8 Oct. 2024
Olalekan maintains a firm grip on both the many narratives and the kinetic pace of the film, all of which make for a compelling and thoughtful watch, even if some of what transpires seems implausible and too coincidental.
—Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 17 Sep. 2024
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Thomas Waller, WWD, 18 Oct. 2024
In front of the Hôtel de la Marine stands a kinetic sculpture by Greek artist Takis.
—Sarah Belmont, ARTnews.com, 16 Oct. 2024
But the potential for a wider kinetic conflict hasn’t been greater in decades.
—James Stavridis, The Mercury News, 8 Oct. 2024
Olalekan maintains a firm grip on both the many narratives and the kinetic pace of the film, all of which make for a compelling and thoughtful watch, even if some of what transpires seems implausible and too coincidental.
—Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 17 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kinetic
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Kamala Harris Oakland’s VP ran an energetic campaign.Bay Area News Group, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
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In Montana, the crowd was most energetic when Kirk delved into points about how immigrants and trans people are making America worse.Ali Breland, The Atlantic, 5 Nov. 2024
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The 2024 crime comedy Bad Boys: Ride or Die placed No. 9 on the Netflix U.S. Top 10 Movies chart, while the 2015 animated blockbuster Minions finished at No. 10.Tim Lammers, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Siblings and Hollywood royalty Anjelica and Danny Huston are teaming on a new project, The Christmas Witch Trial of La Befana, a hybrid animated and live-action feature film that is currently shooting in Los Angeles and Ontario, Canada.Chris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, 31 Oct. 2024
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The busy news cycle will quickly move on from Insurance-Fraud Bear, and soon this whole ordeal will fade from our collective memory, much like the many silly bear stories of yesteryear.Frederick Dreier, Outside Online, 18 Nov. 2024
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Last year, a 22-year-old man drove his car into a crowd in a busy district in the southern city of Guangzhou, killing five people.Jennifer Jett, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
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Tonight: Show respect. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) ★★★★ Discussions with partners, spouses and even members of the general public will be lively today.Georgia Nicols, The Denver Post, 8 Nov. 2024
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In the last year, Chea says she’s worked one or two events per month, with each gig involving two to three hours of shucking oysters for party guests and entertaining them with lively conversation.Jennifer Liu, CNBC, 3 Nov. 2024
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Sinks, a former Cupertino mayor and councilmember, has voiced his support for turning The Rise into a vibrant downtown for Cupertino.Stephanie Lam, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
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This was abundantly clear in our review unit, which has a vibrant green finish.Brian Westover, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
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The researchers found that replacing any less active behavior with five minutes of exercise could lower systolic blood pressure by 0.68 points and diastolic blood pressure by 0.54 points.Linda Carroll, NBC News, 7 Nov. 2024
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However, many parts of the brain or cortex are not fully active if external simulations aren’t present.Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 6 Nov. 2024
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The brisk pace of crime-solving leaves more time for this episode to stretch out a bit with the ongoing plot strands of Captain Wagner’s concerns about workplace morale and his team’s perception of him as a leader, and Kaya and Elsbeth’s friendship.Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 7 Nov. 2024
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Roll down the windows and breathe in the brisk, salty air.Tim Zientek, The New Yorker, 5 Nov. 2024
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The same themes animate Cusk’s nonfiction from this period.Andrea Long Chu, Vulture, 28 June 2024
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While plugged in and charging but not in use, the LEDs animate with a red sweeping motion every few seconds.Eric Ravenscraft, WIRED, 15 Apr. 2024
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“Kinetic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kinetic. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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