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
Matt Egan, CNN Money, 6 June 2025
Using an electric hand mixer with beater attachments on medium speed, blend until smooth for 2 to 3 minutes.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 6 June 2025
Joseph States, Chicago Tribune, 20 May 2025
Clooney looked to the side and saw Obama walking in, grayer but still spry and electric.
—Jake Tapper, New Yorker, 13 May 2025
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Adjective
As a close Trump ally, Musk’s actions inevitably affected Tesla – the biggest piece of his business empire and the maker of one of the most visible and expensive items that Americans can purchase: electric vehicles.
—Matt Egan, CNN Money, 6 June 2025
Using an electric hand mixer with beater attachments on medium speed, blend until smooth for 2 to 3 minutes.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 6 June 2025
Noun
The school has two backup heating systems for the winter, one electric and the other powered by fossil fuels.
—Joseph States, Chicago Tribune, 20 May 2025
Clooney looked to the side and saw Obama walking in, grayer but still spry and electric.
—Jake Tapper, New Yorker, 13 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for electric
Adjective
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At the center is Cerro San Cristóbal, with breathtaking views of wildflowers, pine forests and the Andes Mountains.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
27 May 2025
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Michelangelo Imperfect–a breathtaking new Michelangelo Buonarroti exhibition at the Statens Museum for Kunst (SMK) National Gallery of Denmark–is the most comprehensive display of the Renaissance artist’s sculptural work in 150 years.—
Lee Sharrock,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2025
Noun
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This is done by using real-time data and user preferences to coordinate individual AI agents like the smart thermostat, the lighting or even appliances.—
Pradeep Kumar Muthukamatchi,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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Remember, a tent offers no protection from lighting.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
4 June 2025
Adjective
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The latter star has landed a number of hits throughout the past few years by repurposing melodies and interpolating hooks from older, familiar smashes by other artists, reworking them into something exciting and new for a different audience.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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McVay has his top tight end group in a while, an exciting prospect for the coach’s football chess options.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 May 2025
Noun
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At Treville, this legacy comes to life through the estate’s Moroccan lanterns, which cast a warm, dreamlike glow across its rooms and gardens.—
Livia Hengel,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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Best Closeout Decor Deals Jazz up indoor and outdoor spaces with elegant hanging lanterns, eye-catching area rugs, and versatile planter sets, all up to 79% off.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 June 2025
Adjective
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The company just lost billions in China, and that might have been the least interesting thing about its quarter.—
Shannon Carroll,
Quartz,
29 May 2025
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Maybe this shows that Meghan really isn’t interesting enough.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
29 May 2025
Noun
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Lighting a candle or playing soft music can enhance the atmosphere.—
Matt Rozo,
Mercury News,
28 May 2025
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Continually high interest rates and economic uncertainty are further diminishing consumer interest in non-essential products such as fragrances and candles.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
Noun
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Keep your headlights on and turn on emergency flashers to alert other drivers of your position.—
Southern California Weather Report,
Oc Register,
1 June 2025
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Visibility matters: Enhance your visibility in heavy rain by turning on your headlights.—
Bay Area Weather Report,
Mercury News,
1 June 2025
Adjective
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The defending champs got the all-important split in Edmonton thanks to a thrilling 5-4 double-overtime victory Friday.—
Adam Beasley,
Miami Herald,
7 June 2025
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The resulting tiebreak, however, provided the stage for Sabalenka to display impressive tenacity, fighting back from 3-0 to win a genuinely thrilling set that neither player deserved to lose.—
Jamie Barton,
CNN Money,
7 June 2025
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“Electric.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/electric. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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