1
as in feeling
a subjective response to a person, thing, or situation
my emotions after hearing the shocking news went from utter disbelief to overwhelming sorrow
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2
as in intensity
depth of feeling
the emotion that the singer is able to instill in "Amazing Grace" is truly stirring
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Recent Examples of emotion
Earlier in the season, Amaya entered the villa as a bombshell and cycled through multiple connections with men who found her emotions and affection overbearing.
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Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 14 July 2025
McLean wasn’t the only band member overcome with emotion during Friday’s nostalgic, otherworldly trip down memory lane.
—Leena Tailor, HollywoodReporter, 14 July 2025
Greed can be particularly pervasive in finance because promises of wealth can manipulate people’s emotions, Admati said.
—John Towfighi, CNN Money, 13 July 2025
Pay attention to their body language, tone of voice, and underlying emotions.
—Heather V. MacArthur, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
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Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 14 July 2025
McLean wasn’t the only band member overcome with emotion during Friday’s nostalgic, otherworldly trip down memory lane.
—Leena Tailor, HollywoodReporter, 14 July 2025
Greed can be particularly pervasive in finance because promises of wealth can manipulate people’s emotions, Admati said.
—John Towfighi, CNN Money, 13 July 2025
Pay attention to their body language, tone of voice, and underlying emotions.
—Heather V. MacArthur, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for emotion
Noun
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And that feeling of intentional participation is the real fuel behind meaning, motivation and emotional nourishment.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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There seems to be a general feeling of distrust towards the very systems that are in place in our society to keep it all together, which can easily lead to people not believing in any of them anymore.—
Katie Bain,
Billboard,
15 July 2025
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Progress slowly: Gradually increase the intensity of your workouts to avoid overtraining.—
Aubrey Bailey,
Verywell Health,
22 July 2025
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The series started its action intensity high, with explosions, fist fights, hit-and-run accidents, and department moles in the first episode, but didn’t have anywhere to go from there.—
Kayti Burt,
Time,
21 July 2025
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The wholesome video struck a chord with TikTok users, who flooded the comments with laughter and heartfelt reactions.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 July 2025
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One of Riri’s journeys involves mourning the loss of her best friend, Natalie, a storyline that has struck a chord with early fans.—
Leigh Nordstrom,
Footwear News,
22 July 2025
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There is perhaps even more diversity around technology transfer, with rules, attitudes and enthusiasm varying significantly between universities.—
Trevor Clawson,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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But its interest would set off a free-for-all among large railroads and pose a test of the Trump administration’s enthusiasm for industrial consolidation.—
Rohan Goswami,
semafor.com,
21 July 2025
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Other elements of The Scout reinforce our sense of this transient atmosphere.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
HollywoodReporter,
14 July 2025
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Such easy overlap between juror and filmmaker speaks to a wider festival goal toward building a real sense of community within the genre world.—
Ben Croll,
Variety,
14 July 2025
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For over three decades, Kym Whitley has moved through Hollywood with an unmistakable mix of warmth, wit, and work ethic.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
26 July 2025
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Across 5,600 square feet of interior space, an abundance of rich woodwork, gorgeous coffered ceilings and shining hardwood floors give the historic residence charm, warmth and character.—
David Caraccio
Updated July 24,
Sacbee.com,
24 July 2025
Noun
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Come for the hard news and stay for stuff that feeds your passions: top-shelf dining, sports and music content.—
Benjamin Goad,
The Tennessean,
26 July 2025
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After finishing her schooling, Laine worked in a variety of day jobs, although her passion for performing never wavered.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 July 2025
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Once contained to local disputes resolved between communities, the violence has exploded into mass killings fueled by population growth, the climate crisis, and the collapse of traditional peacemaking.—
Emmanuel Akinwotu,
NPR,
26 July 2025
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At least two of the Kenyan officers have been killed and the violence has not abated.—
Michael Rios,
CNN Money,
25 July 2025
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“Emotion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emotion. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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