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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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
The coach also praised his players for keeping their emotions in check after the red card and other decisions by the officiating crew.
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Miami Herald,
2 July 2026
Some stars receive a hero’s welcome, while others encounter mixed emotions after leaving in free agency.
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Peter Chawaga,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
Altadena residents Gary and Mary Lyzenga spoke about the emotion behind the widespread efforts in the community to pass the bill.
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Seamus Bozeman,
Los Angeles Times,
1 July 2026
The surprise left her mother, Chanel Santillan, overwhelmed with emotion and gratitude.
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Christina Cardona,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
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Miami Herald,
2 July 2026
Some stars receive a hero’s welcome, while others encounter mixed emotions after leaving in free agency.
—
Peter Chawaga,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
Altadena residents Gary and Mary Lyzenga spoke about the emotion behind the widespread efforts in the community to pass the bill.
—
Seamus Bozeman,
Los Angeles Times,
1 July 2026
The surprise left her mother, Chanel Santillan, overwhelmed with emotion and gratitude.
—
Christina Cardona,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for emotion
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Geovanni Agramonte, of Lakewood, California, thought of his family in Cuba and his feelings about the United States.
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Early morning, the nurturing Moon trines the radiant Sun, syncing feelings and purpose for gentler starts and heartfelt talks.
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As the moon and Pluto align, your aura of intensity magnifies.
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Rather than simply assembling the most talented roster possible, Taylor said JHX is prioritizing players who understand the tournament’s intensity and have experienced the disappointment of coming up short.
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The move prompted Lula to again defend Brazil's sovereignty, a discourse that last year struck a chord and gave Lula an unexpected boost of popularity.
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John Coltrane is another influential figure in the history of jazz, known for his pioneering innovations on the saxophone, notably his ability to create a complex, rapid-fire approach to chord progressions.
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Despite the crypto down market, Securitize is riding a wave of enthusiasm for tokenization as Wall Street increasingly experiments with blockchains.
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Neon wisely positioned itself as the exact right home for that enthusiasm with an inventive promotional tour that included, among other stops, a free gas giveaway.
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Against that backdrop, some say the ships are offering a surprising sense of connection.
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Since relocating to Los Angeles, Gonzalez’s small downtown team has scaled Happy Organics into a design-forward brand carried by major retailers, anchored in local maker communities and a sense of purpose.
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For the last three weeks, Lawrence has aimed to wrap the team and its fans in Midwestern warmth, hoisting the nation’s flag into the windows of countless shops, bars and restaurants.
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Exposure to warmth accelerates oxidation, the process that causes fats to go rancid.
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Mars and Uranus’ alignment inspires you to follow your passions, but be mindful of the risks involved!
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Just don’t mistake them for the biggest Fourth of July fans — their passion is history, not patriotic celebrations.
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Was remembers the tumult, violence and hope that came out of that era in his hometown of Detroit.
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But the comments from Raia provide the clearest public indication yet that the FBI's Joint Mission Center, established earlier this year to coordinate the bureau's response to domestic political violence, is producing tangible investigative results.
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“Emotion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emotion. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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