1
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
The content is an excellent example of education as a strategy being transformed into a kinetic business development engine.
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Alessio Alionco, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
The third act, which captures essentially one long showdown among deities of all kinds, is awash with kinetic action.
—Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 27 Aug. 2025
This is a kinetic big-scale spectacular that needs to be seen on the big screen.
—Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 11 Aug. 2025
The key link in last night’s kinetic relief chain was Jeremiah Estrada, who worked a 12-pitch fifth inning and was, thus, able to take down the sixth as well.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Aug. 2025
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Alessio Alionco, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
The third act, which captures essentially one long showdown among deities of all kinds, is awash with kinetic action.
—Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 27 Aug. 2025
This is a kinetic big-scale spectacular that needs to be seen on the big screen.
—Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 11 Aug. 2025
The key link in last night’s kinetic relief chain was Jeremiah Estrada, who worked a 12-pitch fifth inning and was, thus, able to take down the sixth as well.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for kinetic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kinetic
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Labradors are often more energetic and bred for hunting, retrieving, and service work, whereas goldens are prized for their patience, friendliness, and trainability.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
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Inspired by the tradition of the divine feminine, the energetic space captivates with colors, abstract wall art and a goddess sculpture done by the dynamic sister artist duo’s mother.—
Spencer Whaley,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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The space itself — bright, polished, and buzzing — sets the tone for a brunch that’s chic without being stiff.—
Rai Mincey,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Their move back to the Taiwanese capital, where the mother sets up a food stand in a buzzing night market, brings them into closer proximity with her family.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
5 Sep. 2025
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The movie, created with partners Native Foreign and Vertigo Films, is being produced in just nine months on a budget under $30 million—far less than typical animated features—and is slated to debut at Cannes before a global 2026 release.—
Jeremy Kahn,
Fortune,
9 Sep. 2025
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The animated series touches on the relationships between fathers and sons, prompting Yeun, as the lead actor, to reflect on his own fatherhood journey.—
Stephanie Wenger,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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It's been a busy week for the European technology sector.—
Ryan Browne,
CNBC,
12 Sep. 2025
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The seven people killed by the explosions are believed to have been working for Devastating Pyrotechnics in the busy days ahead of a string of shows scheduled on and around the Fourth of July.—
Jake Goodrick,
Sacbee.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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On a sunny Tuesday morning, 35-year-old Rita Guerrero stepped out from her door on North Mariposa Street, lively pup Olive barely contained by her leash.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
10 Sep. 2025
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Zarutska worked in a lively area of the lower South End dotted with breweries, apartment complexes and coffee shops.—
Elizabeth Wolfe,
CNN Money,
9 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Nebraska’s prairies and parks are known for their vibrant wildflowers like prairie clover, goldenrods, and asters—but sunflowers are the real showstoppers in the fall.—
Iona Brannon,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Sep. 2025
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This recipe, which requires just 15 minutes of hands-on time, brings the vibrant flavors of taco soup to life in one delicious recipe.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
9 Sep. 2025
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Speaking of the 2023 playoffs, the Rangers active 28-man roster features only three players who were also on their ‘23 postseason roster.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Sep. 2025
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To qualify for a portion of the county arts funding, organizations must be active 501(c)3 entities, located and operating in Milwaukee County, organized for the primary purpose of producing or presenting the arts, and open to the general public, according to the county's application terms.—
Claudia Levens,
jsonline.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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There are expressive aromas of bread, pear and yellow plum; medium-full, with a rich, layered mid-palate, there is excellent complexity, significant persistence, brisk acidity and outstanding harmony.—
Tom Hyland,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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If left on automatic, the GFX100RF prefers a 1/125-second exposure time, which is brisk enough to eliminate signs of handshake.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Kinetic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kinetic. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
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