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
Bebe Hodges, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
Further out were places with no electric or shops or other amenities.
—James Rebanks
june 26, Literary Hub, 26 June 2025
Mark Olalde, ProPublica, 23 July 2025
Now it's become clear that electric vehicles won’t take over as quickly as expected.
—Stuart Dyos, The Tennessean, 23 July 2025
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Adjective
Duke Energy is on site to restore gas and electric as inspections are completed.
—Bebe Hodges, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
Further out were places with no electric or shops or other amenities.
—James Rebanks
june 26, Literary Hub, 26 June 2025
Noun
Demand for lithium will skyrocket 350% by 2040, largely to be used in electric vehicles’ rechargeable batteries, according to the International Energy Agency.
—Mark Olalde, ProPublica, 23 July 2025
Now it's become clear that electric vehicles won’t take over as quickly as expected.
—Stuart Dyos, The Tennessean, 23 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for electric
Adjective
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The expansive entrance hall, like the lobby of a tropical resort, provides a breathtaking view of the sea beyond towering glass walls ahead.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
25 July 2025
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Inspired by Malaysia’s rich cultural traditions, the hotel’s interiors from G.A Group (which has done the design for Atlantis The Royal and JW Marriott Hotel Nara) are minimalist and elegant, allowing the breathtaking views from the massive windows to take center stage.—
Spencer Whaley,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
Noun
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Remember, a tent offers no protection from lighting.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
3 Aug. 2025
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The Omen Max is available in white and black, and the keyboard features striking four-zone RGB lighting.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
2 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Enter Kampar, just south of Philadelphia’s South Street in the Queen Village neighborhood, featuring a ground-floor tasting menu-only dinner service; above it, Kongsi, its casual counterpart, pairing Malaysian street food flavors with exciting cocktails.—
Alisha Miranda,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
30 July 2025
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With rich characters and an exciting form, St. John Mandel has crafted a modern classic full of hope in the face of suffering.—
Robert English,
EW.com,
30 July 2025
Noun
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Amazon sells water-resistant lanterns that offer up to 200 hours of light on the low setting.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
25 July 2025
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At its heart lies a cauldron-style swimming pool, softly lit by floating lanterns and flanked by royal loungers that invite hours of languid repose.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
Adjective
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The tools are in place and the flashes are interesting.—
Gary Bedore
July 28,
Kansas City Star,
28 July 2025
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Perhaps the most interesting part of the sale is that Bezos has typically done this to direct more capital to other endeavors.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
28 July 2025
Noun
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The cake, with more than eighty candles on it, is the table’s centrepiece.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
25 July 2025
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Stage the candles together on a mantel or entry table, or scatter them throughout your living space to create a colorful yet cohesive soft lighting effect.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 July 2025
Noun
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Spooked by passing headlights, Volchek sauntered away, while a stunned Blythe slowly slumped to the pavement, the blade sticking through his suit jacket and looking not easily extractable….—
Matt Webb Mitovich,
TVLine,
30 July 2025
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There were tire marks leading to the canal, and detectives found a bumper and headlight floating in the water, the Sheriff’s Office said.—
Angie DiMichele,
Sun Sentinel,
28 July 2025
Adjective
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Fresh off another thrilling Grand Slam final between Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz at Wimbledon, and three different American women reaching the first three Slam finals of the year – with two of them winning titles -- the tennis world awaits what’s next at the U.S. Open.—
Adam Zagoria,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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Then, Tony's security company is hacked, leading to a thrilling espionage caper in which the couple must enlist the help of new friends to clear their names and secure their happy ending once more.—
Ryan Coleman Updated,
EW.com,
24 July 2025
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“Electric.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/electric. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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