as in enthusiasm
depth of feeling
surprised by the fervor that her parents' old love letters contained when she discovered them in the attic
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Recent Examples of fervor
The Wolves don’t want to deal with Oklahoma fervor in Game 7.
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The Athletic Nba Staff, New York Times, 20 May 2025
In this political moment where our humanity as Black people remains under siege with a new and violent fervor and where aesthetic celebration often outpaces material and spiritual care, Sherald’s portraits carry a quiet and dignified charge.
—Najha Zigbi-Johnson, Essence, 30 Apr. 2025
But that proximity can also bring a bit of a taboo about digital fans, where their fervor and intensity can put off actors or creatives.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 29 Apr. 2025
This year’s lineup included Jennifer Lopez, Usher, Major Lazer, and Peggy Gou, along with a slate of regional artists that attracted the most fervor from the crowd at a 50,000-capacity outdoor venue near the race track.
—Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 24 Apr. 2025
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The Athletic Nba Staff, New York Times, 20 May 2025
In this political moment where our humanity as Black people remains under siege with a new and violent fervor and where aesthetic celebration often outpaces material and spiritual care, Sherald’s portraits carry a quiet and dignified charge.
—Najha Zigbi-Johnson, Essence, 30 Apr. 2025
But that proximity can also bring a bit of a taboo about digital fans, where their fervor and intensity can put off actors or creatives.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 29 Apr. 2025
This year’s lineup included Jennifer Lopez, Usher, Major Lazer, and Peggy Gou, along with a slate of regional artists that attracted the most fervor from the crowd at a 50,000-capacity outdoor venue near the race track.
—Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 24 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fervor
Noun
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This contrasts with an apparent upcoming boom in Europe, although this is based on government coercion rather than enthusiasm for EVs.—
Neil Winton,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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The club is led by driver and CEO Tom Slingsby, the Australian 2012 Olympic gold medalist, who shared his enthusiasm for adding Jackman and Reynolds to the crew.—
Anna Lazarus Caplan,
People.com,
5 June 2025
Noun
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Try and enjoy the stress and intensity of this moment.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
4 June 2025
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Both services use data from NASA’s DSCOVR and ACE satellites, which orbit about a million miles out and measure the solar wind’s speed and magnetic intensity.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
Noun
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His evolution required alterations to his left-handed swing, learning how to channel his emotions, and even a few wake-up calls.—
Sahadev Sharma,
New York Times,
29 May 2025
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Everything gets harder when your emotions run wild and your judgment clouds.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
Noun
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Soft area rugs provide comfort, warmth, and traction.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 May 2025
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The treatment involves four stages: purification, warmth, focus and recovery.—
Akili King,
Essence,
23 May 2025
Noun
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While market opportunity and product-market fit are paramount, successful entrepreneurship often stems from an innate drive and passion for pursuing a vision.—
Daniel Ramsey,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
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On May 24, Saturn will enter Aries for the first time in decades, marking the start of a new era of autonomy and bold passion.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
26 May 2025
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“Fervor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fervor. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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