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as in vibrations
a spiritual force that is held to emanate from or give animation to living beings
many Eastern cultures believe in the significance of life energy in the healing process
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as in fuels
something with a usable capacity for doing work
some of the power needs of the house are provided by solar energy
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Recent Examples of energies
Shriver focuses most of her fictional energies on characters who are more generously, and more plausibly, drawn and thus more deserving of her—and our—interest.
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Adelle Waldman, The Atlantic, 10 Feb. 2026
Quaid and Thatcher are both standouts in their TV ensembles — The Boys and Yellowjackets, respectively — and their opposing energies create a unique chemistry here.
—Ilana Gordon, Entertainment Weekly, 10 Feb. 2026
While the country is a world leader in green technologies such as carbon capture and the use of thermal energies for heating, conservationists say the country has made less progress on regulating pollution in its seas.
—CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
February layers helpful energies with challenging ones, go with what’s working, hold up in the face of difficulty or uncertainty.
—Tribune Content Agency, Baltimore Sun, 8 Feb. 2026
This is also the difference between government and the larger idea of governance, which taps the energies and talents of whole communities for building the commonwealth, a reframing of democracy championed by groups like the Institute for Democracy in South Africa.
—Harry Boyte, Twin Cities, 8 Feb. 2026
Take time to rest and rejuvenate your energies and outlook.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 8 Feb. 2026
By early April, positive energies are lining up to land like airplanes at a busy airport.
—Magi Helena, Dallas Morning News, 6 Feb. 2026
It’s definitively associated with the distant protocluster, with the right spectrum of X-ray energies.
—Big Think, 2 Feb. 2026
Adelle Waldman, The Atlantic, 10 Feb. 2026
Quaid and Thatcher are both standouts in their TV ensembles — The Boys and Yellowjackets, respectively — and their opposing energies create a unique chemistry here.
—Ilana Gordon, Entertainment Weekly, 10 Feb. 2026
While the country is a world leader in green technologies such as carbon capture and the use of thermal energies for heating, conservationists say the country has made less progress on regulating pollution in its seas.
—CBS News, 9 Feb. 2026
February layers helpful energies with challenging ones, go with what’s working, hold up in the face of difficulty or uncertainty.
—Tribune Content Agency, Baltimore Sun, 8 Feb. 2026
This is also the difference between government and the larger idea of governance, which taps the energies and talents of whole communities for building the commonwealth, a reframing of democracy championed by groups like the Institute for Democracy in South Africa.
—Harry Boyte, Twin Cities, 8 Feb. 2026
Take time to rest and rejuvenate your energies and outlook.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 8 Feb. 2026
By early April, positive energies are lining up to land like airplanes at a busy airport.
—Magi Helena, Dallas Morning News, 6 Feb. 2026
It’s definitively associated with the distant protocluster, with the right spectrum of X-ray energies.
—Big Think, 2 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for energies
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The blending of ages, vibrations, rich colors and the rhythmic beat captured the spirit of America.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 Feb. 2026
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The blending of ages, vibrations, rich colors and the rhythmic beat captured the spirit of America.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
11 Feb. 2026
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The environmental benefits are further enhanced when renewable fuels such as biomethane and biogas are used.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Feb. 2026
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In meetings this week with international shipping regulators, several countries are making a case for ships in the Arctic to use cleaner fuels that cause less pollution.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
9 Feb. 2026
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To see him in such high spirits, seemingly not dampened by being rested for the final half-hour as Chelsea continue to manage his minutes, was a rare treat.—
Cerys Jones,
New York Times,
8 Feb. 2026
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Some readers may be old enough to remember the 1976 Bicentennial, which occurred during one of the city’s lowest ebbs and lifted everyone’s spirits.—
John Calvelli,
New York Daily News,
7 Feb. 2026
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By letter filed with the Commission, the Manager shall designate a qualified City Administrative Officer to exercise his powers and perform the duties of Manager during his/her temporary absence or disability.—
Mike Hernández,
Sun Sentinel,
13 Feb. 2026
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That’s the sort of idyllic vision our political powers-that-be and tech overlords fear more than anything.—
Alphonse Pierre,
Pitchfork,
13 Feb. 2026
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The film follows a quiet inmate arriving at a violent Indonesian prison with a supernatural entity that kills those with the darkest auras.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
27 Jan. 2026
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This airbrush design on a long square nail comprises a mix of French-tip auras, clear blobs, and 3D florals for a fun and funky design.—
Kara Jillian Brown,
InStyle,
20 Jan. 2026
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Good vibes aside, convincing city officials to enact street closures for race routes is a complicated and often political process, and the margins on these events are typically low.—
Katie Bain,
Billboard,
11 Feb. 2026
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Yes, all of these songs coast primarily on vibes—Joji’s delivery remains detached and clinical throughout—but at least the vibes are compelling.—
Mehan Jayasuriya,
Pitchfork,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Energies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/energies. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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