as in breathtaking
causing great emotional or mental stimulation
Dr. King's "I Have a Dream" speech was one of the truly electric moments in American oratory
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Recent Examples of electric
Rudy Salo, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
View 3 Images View gallery - 3 images Italian and Japanese researchers have developed a novel method to free copper wire from its PVC coating, by treating electric cables with microwaves.
—Michael Franco, New Atlas, 31 Dec. 2024
Cai Cramer, People.com, 13 Dec. 2024
Distinct from electric mopeds and motorcycles — which are already required to have a state license plate — electric-assist bicycles with pedals are allowed to ride in bike lanes citywide and legally treated the same as their unpowered brethren.
—Chris Sommerfeldt, New York Daily News, 11 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
Here are four transportation trends to watch in 2025 and beyond:
Challenges and Opportunities for EVs: A Tale of Two Markets
The electric vehicle (EV) industry in the U.S. faces several significant threats in 2025.
—Rudy Salo, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
View 3 Images View gallery - 3 images Italian and Japanese researchers have developed a novel method to free copper wire from its PVC coating, by treating electric cables with microwaves.
—Michael Franco, New Atlas, 31 Dec. 2024
Noun
Make lighting the shamash candle easier with this clever electric lighter.
—Cai Cramer, People.com, 13 Dec. 2024
Distinct from electric mopeds and motorcycles — which are already required to have a state license plate — electric-assist bicycles with pedals are allowed to ride in bike lanes citywide and legally treated the same as their unpowered brethren.
—Chris Sommerfeldt, New York Daily News, 11 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for electric
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Somehow the site’s breathtaking antiquity had, all this time, succeeded in blinding me to its host country’s youth, its essential fragility.Youmna Melhem Chamieh, Harper's Magazine, 2 Jan. 2025
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Luckily, history has shown us that under immense pressure can come breathtaking diamonds.Gilda D'Incerti, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
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That's likely a result of people using candles for lighting or gas stoves to generate heat.Maria Godoy, NPR, 11 Jan. 2025
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The combination of adjustable lighting and soothing sound options aids in transitioning to bedtime, creating a tranquil environment that helps families unwind after a busy day.Lauren Carpenter, USA TODAY, 10 Jan. 2025
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The Idaho Bag Count on The Row to make a subtle carryall feel exciting.Alexis Bennett Parker, Vogue, 7 Jan. 2025
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Young galleries featuring emerging artists working across diverse disciplines are on an exciting trajectory.Y-Jean Mun-Delsalle, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
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Additional wedding decorations including lanterns, drums and gold banners, were hung up to jazz the place up.Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 10 Jan. 2025
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This tri-power lantern can help parents show the great outdoors to their kids in a whole new light.Robin Raven, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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The complete answer will have to wait through college and European signing season but there’s an interesting change emerging.Allan Mitchell, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
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After the fact, Leonard dropped an interesting quote to reflect on his return to the court.Dan Perry, Newsweek, 5 Jan. 2025
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Along the street was a makeshift memorial of small teddy bears, candles and flowers put together by local workers who witnessed the attack early Wednesday and wanted to pay homage to those who lost their lives.Deon J. Hampton, NBC News, 3 Jan. 2025
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The candle smoke will blow if it's positioned near the draft.Kamron Sanders, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Jan. 2025
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Before driving, remove any snow on your vehicle’s windows, headlights, brake lights and signals.Matthew Kelly, Kansas City Star, 4 Jan. 2025
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The upbeat messages included a video of him driving the Cybertruck and another one of its dancing headlights; the vehicle can sync up its lighting and music.Tara Copp, Los Angeles Times, 4 Jan. 2025
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This thrilling limited series will be available for binge-watching soon.Dana Feldman, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025
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The film, about the fictional selection of the next pope, needed to feel like a thrilling drama, not a documentary.Emily Zemler, Los Angeles Times, 1 Jan. 2025
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“Electric.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/electric. Accessed 15 Jan. 2025.
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