1
as in to thrill
to cause a pleasurable stimulation of the feelings
for some reason the first snowfall of the season never fails to excite us
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2
as in to provoke
to rouse to strong feeling or action
televised pictures of the victims of the famine that would excite any viewer to pity
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Recent Examples of excite
What excites me, after a decade and change of writing virtually the same review for every superhero film that was shoved down our gullets, is my suspicion that these movies will at least have the potential to suck in different and sometimes wildly unexpected ways.
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David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 11 Apr. 2025
If the idea of achieving your goals doesn’t excite you, something is wrong.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Build a business that challenges and excites you every day.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
The 49ers will continue to add players who won’t excite the fan base, but NFL free agency is a rummage sale.
—Jerry McDonald, The Mercury News, 13 Mar. 2025
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David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 11 Apr. 2025
If the idea of achieving your goals doesn’t excite you, something is wrong.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Build a business that challenges and excites you every day.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
The 49ers will continue to add players who won’t excite the fan base, but NFL free agency is a rummage sale.
—Jerry McDonald, The Mercury News, 13 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for excite
Recent Examples of Synonyms for excite
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Loyal collectors will be thrilled with the newest addition: Emerald Check, a fresh take on that classic checkerboard pattern.—
Lauren Thomann,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 Apr. 2025
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She was appalled by Gibson’s actions, Dever says, but thrilled by the part, which Dever performs with uncomfortably palpable insecurity, making the viewer almost feel bad for Gibson.—
Katie Heaney,
Vulture,
23 Apr. 2025
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These tales were layered, open to interpretation, and meant to provoke reflection and herein lies their enduring power.—
Sonya Rehman,
Forbes.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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Trump’s comments have provoked a strong reaction, including boycotts on U.S. goods and protests.—
Zac Anderson,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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Tyler Warren was electrifying as a senior at Penn State.—
Phil Rogers,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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Set in his home state of Virginia, the series will trace Vick’s powerful evolution from electrifying quarterback to impactful leader—offering an intimate portrait of a man reclaiming purpose through mentorship, service, and second chances.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
17 Apr. 2025
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The goal of the tax subsidies was to encourage more Americans to save for retirement.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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Find out what experts recommend to encourage tulip bulbs to bloom again next year.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Apr. 2025
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Just days ahead of her latest birthday, Burnett delighted fans with a guest appearance in the April 24 episode of Hacks.—
Erin Clack,
People.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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The Packers delighted hometown fans by finally using a first-round pick on a receiver for the first time since 2002, selecting Texas wideout Matthew Golden, who covered 40 yards in a scorching 4.29 seconds at the scouting combine.—
Sam Farmer,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Apr. 2025
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Greece started its golden visa program in 2013 to stabilize housing prices and stimulate growth in a country facing a recession, skyrocketing unemployment, and austerity measures imposed by international lenders.—
Meehika Barua,
HubSpot,
18 Apr. 2025
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The importance of daylight The infrared light found in daylight can modulate inflammation, stimulate collagen production, prevent neurodegeneration, and even optimize mitochondria, which produce energy inside our cells.—
Ana Morales,
Vogue,
18 Apr. 2025
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May the light of Easter inspire efforts to promote harmony in the western Balkans and sustain political leaders in their efforts to allay tensions and crises, and, together with their partner countries in the region, to reject dangerous and destabilizing actions.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr.,
USA Today,
22 Apr. 2025
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Scroll on and get inspired by these 18 beauties — and then come back tomorrow, Tuesday, April 22, to see who graces the cover of the 2025 World's Most Beautiful issue.—
Brittany Talarico,
People.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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The double agent Clive arouses Jake’s suspicion immediately, and Sheriff McDowell vouches for him despite being unable to distinguish an Irish accent from a Scottish one.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
6 Apr. 2025
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Their sympathies can be aroused by the stories spun by protectionist politicians.—
David B. McGarry,
Baltimore Sun,
30 Mar. 2025
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“Excite.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/excite. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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