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as in energetic
having much high-spirited energy and movement
the novel's plot is kinetic and fast-paced, and its effect on the reader is much like that of a surfeit of caffeine
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as in buzzing
marked by much life, movement, or activity
the loft district is the locus of the city's kinetic arts scene
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Recent Examples of kinetic
The system poses a significant kinetic threat to American and allied aircraft, including the F-35.
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Sinan Ciddi and Jonathan Schanzer, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Apr. 2025
Vaughn, the British filmmaker renowned for his stylish and kinetic storytelling, has carved a distinctive niche in the action genre.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 10 Apr. 2025
However, there were few new items, including those from artist Alexander Calder, renowned for his kinetic sculptures and monumental public works.
—Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025
There are massive, 80-foot-tall projections (overseen by video and projection designers S. Katy Tucker and Kylee Loera), and the audience stands, sits, walks, and sits again, adding a kind of kinetic dynamism to the way a person experiences a chorus.
—Corey Seymour, Vogue, 2 May 2025
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Sinan Ciddi and Jonathan Schanzer, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Apr. 2025
Vaughn, the British filmmaker renowned for his stylish and kinetic storytelling, has carved a distinctive niche in the action genre.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 10 Apr. 2025
However, there were few new items, including those from artist Alexander Calder, renowned for his kinetic sculptures and monumental public works.
—Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025
There are massive, 80-foot-tall projections (overseen by video and projection designers S. Katy Tucker and Kylee Loera), and the audience stands, sits, walks, and sits again, adding a kind of kinetic dynamism to the way a person experiences a chorus.
—Corey Seymour, Vogue, 2 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kinetic
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Host Jennifer Lopez opened the show with an energetic dance number to a medley that included a mashup of songs by Beyoncé, Eilish, Shaboozey, Chappell Roan and more.—
Alli Rosenbloom,
CNN Money,
27 May 2025
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Rod Stewart, who received the Lifetime Achievement Award, closed out the evening with an energetic performance.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
26 May 2025
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Moreover, an animated Predator movie called Predator: Killer of Killers is coming to Hulu this summer.—
Fran Ruiz,
Space.com,
1 June 2025
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Even with Bailey singing her lovestruck heart out, Rob Marshall's redo doesn't make the same refreshing splash as the 1989 animated classic but gets points for trying with a more logical narrative.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
26 May 2025
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Webster said the thought was to fill storefronts closest to the busiest World Cup activities, likely in and around downtown, or within a mile of the streetcar line.—
Eric Adler,
Kansas City Star,
4 June 2025
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In a busy warehouse, for instance, human workers and multiple robots performing different tasks—often from different vendors—need a unified system that ensures smooth collaboration, avoiding collisions and idle time.—
Florian Pestoni,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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Thus began a lively rivalry with Lee, who quickly learned Clemens possesses a killer serve.—
Dan Hayes,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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In lieu of bunking in the 4,000-square-foot Lord House, built in 1962 just off of Mulholland Drive, rent it out by the hour and host a lively pool party.—
Kristine Hansen,
Architectural Digest,
30 May 2025
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Earlier this week, the Duchess of Sussex posted a photo of a table covered in bowls of vibrant berries, lemons and measuring cups.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
7 June 2025
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The vibrant nightlife scene was rounded out each day of runway shows and networking opportunities, with Miami’s legendary party culture infusing the Swim Week energy.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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Since the show's conclusion, Zoe has remained active in the fashion and lifestyle space, in part through her newsletter The Zoe Report, which launched in 2009.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
7 June 2025
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Action step: Practice active listening during meetings.—
Kent Ingle,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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Examples include moderate or brisk walking, water aerobics, doubles tennis, slow cycling, or ballroom dancing.—
Heather Jones,
Verywell Health,
30 May 2025
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The sun peeked out, but brisk winds were blowing and temperatures only climbed to the high 40s near the lakefront.—
Susan DeGrane,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2025
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Such seemingly minor biographical details are what animate L’Enchanteur, which was born in 2012 after Soull and Dynasty merged their independent labels—Alkhemi9 and BRZÉ, respectively.—
Thessaly La Force,
Vogue,
22 Apr. 2025
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Users do have creative freedom — freedom to learn to draw, animate, write, score, or direct their own projects.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
27 Mar. 2025
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“Kinetic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kinetic. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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