thrill ride
noun
: a very exciting ride (such as a roller coaster) at an amusement park
—often used figuratively
The campaign has been a thrill ride from the beginning.
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Bong lets the action mount to an almost hysterical frenzy: The last third of the movie, in which the beasts amass like bison itching to stampede, is a pure thrill ride that leaves you both exhilarated and exhausted.
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Tom Gliatto, People.com, 7 Mar. 2025
Yes, the luxury car of yore is the star of the show, which is more amusement park thrill ride than musical, start to finish.
—Karen D'souza, The Mercury News, 25 Feb. 2025
Run Lola Run Photo: Sony Pictures/Everett Collection Year: 1998
Run Time: 81 minutes
Director: Tom Tykwer
Fittingly, this Tom Tykwer–directed thrill ride is as fleet as its title.
—Alison Willmore, Vulture, 8 Jan. 2025
Perfect for spice lovers or anyone who likes their drinks with a little edge, this can feel like a mini thrill ride.
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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Tom Gliatto, People.com, 7 Mar. 2025
Yes, the luxury car of yore is the star of the show, which is more amusement park thrill ride than musical, start to finish.
—Karen D'souza, The Mercury News, 25 Feb. 2025
Run Lola Run Photo: Sony Pictures/Everett Collection Year: 1998
Run Time: 81 minutes
Director: Tom Tykwer
Fittingly, this Tom Tykwer–directed thrill ride is as fleet as its title.
—Alison Willmore, Vulture, 8 Jan. 2025
Perfect for spice lovers or anyone who likes their drinks with a little edge, this can feel like a mini thrill ride.
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
See All Example Sentences for thrill ride
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“Thrill ride.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thrill%20ride. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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