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as in heated
being in a state of increased activity or agitation
scary stories that were the product of a feverish imagination
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as in passionate
having or expressing great depth of feeling
the desperate prisoner made a feverish appeal for mercy
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as in frantic
marked by great and often stressful excitement or activity
working at a feverish pace to get the project done on time
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Recent Examples of feverish
His feverish obsession is a frontal assault on democracy.
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Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
25 June 2026
The feverish adoration of kolaches, originally a Czech creation brought to Texas by immigrants, is no coincidence at the historic Pearl.
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Colleen McNally Arnett,
Southern Living,
16 June 2026
Then, in what has happened in just about every game this series, that goal kicked off a feverish Vegas push that resulted in several scoring chances.
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Matt Reigle,
FOXNews.com,
12 June 2026
As for this World Cup, there is feverish excitement at the team having finally qualified.
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Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
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Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
25 June 2026
The feverish adoration of kolaches, originally a Czech creation brought to Texas by immigrants, is no coincidence at the historic Pearl.
—
Colleen McNally Arnett,
Southern Living,
16 June 2026
Then, in what has happened in just about every game this series, that goal kicked off a feverish Vegas push that resulted in several scoring chances.
—
Matt Reigle,
FOXNews.com,
12 June 2026
As for this World Cup, there is feverish excitement at the team having finally qualified.
—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for feverish
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Other players have covered their mouths while speaking to opponents during the World Cup, but a red card is only issued if the conversation occurs during a confrontation or heated exchange.
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The living room has hardwood floors and beamed ceilings; the kitchen includes a peninsula and a sitting area that opens to a balcony; and the primary suite features a bath with heated floors.
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The Democrats are also passionate about the Constitution, the rule of law and due process — all high ground positions.
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Even in some of the big, seemingly soulless companies, there’s a lot of really passionate people who want to make art.
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From the frantic frenzy surrounding royal nuptials to the way the internet dissected every possible clue from Zendaya and Tom Holland before they were revealed to have officially tied the knot, weddings like these are a cultural event.
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On a remote Maine logging road, a couple out for a day of fishing unexpectedly encountered a black bear chasing a frantic moose calf toward their truck.
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The 21-year-old was nervous and excited putting on the Lakers’ gold jersey Friday at Chase Center.
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Mauricio Umansky, Richards' estranged husband, is just as excited for the family's new addition.
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Goodson explains that pomegranates thrive in warm climates and are widely enjoyed around the world.
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Mallorca In fall, the crowds in Mallorca dissipate, the sea stays warm, and the impossible restaurant reservation opens up.
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The Kang Kon was unveiled a month after the Choe Hyon in May 2025, but it was damaged during a botched launch at the northern port of Chongjin, prompting a furious response from Kim.
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Croatia still furious Despite the correct decision being made, Croatia manager Zlatko Dalić was far from happy, saying VAR had ruined the spirit of the game.
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People with heat stroke can feel confused, unable to speak properly and agitated.
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However, first base umpire Todd Tichenor tossed the agitated second baseman after Chisholm spiked his helmet toward home plate.
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Goldberg, a fervent fan of the Boys in Blue, is the founder of the Echo Park Spiritual Outreach community, Nefesh.
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Rivaling artificial intelligence super PACs are seeking to affect the candidacy of Alex Bores, a New York state Assemblyman, who has been a fervent supporter of AI regulations.
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“Feverish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/feverish. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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