as in great
of the very best kind
a couple of the tracks on the album feature some really hype vocals
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slang
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as in user
a person who regularly uses drugs especially illegally
a derelict building that's now a shooting gallery for heroin hypes
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as in needle
a slender hollow instrument by which material is put into or taken from the body through the skin
scattered inside the abandoned building were hypes and other signs of drug use
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as in publicity
information released to the media that is designed to gain public attention or support for a person, business, or cause
the prelaunch hype for the new cell phone translated into phenomenal sales numbers on release day
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as in to increase
to make greater in size, amount, or number
the TV writers tried to hype interest in the fading soap opera with flashy new plotlines
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as in to promote
to provide publicity for
the auto company has been hyping its forthcoming line of hybrids for almost a year now
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Recent Examples of hype
Childs Walker, Baltimore Sun, 12 Sep. 2022
The post-hype candidate had twice as many targets as Rob Gronkowski (six to three) and a touchdown.
—Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Sep. 2020
Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 31 July 2025
On stocks, Dalio said the recent hype over AI has made Magnificent Seven stocks like Alphabet, Amazon, and Meta relatively expensive, despite the grand promises of the technology.
—Sydney Lake, Fortune, 30 July 2025
Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 17 July 2025
Despite not being hyped up as a contender early in the year, the Broncos made a run to the playoffs behind their rookie quarterback.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 July 2025
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Adjective
Patrick Queen and Justin Madubuike looked like classic post-hype breakout candidates.
—Childs Walker, Baltimore Sun, 12 Sep. 2022
The post-hype candidate had twice as many targets as Rob Gronkowski (six to three) and a touchdown.
—Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Sep. 2020
Noun
But, the injury bug inside Barclays Center likely ruins any chance to relive that hype in the upcoming regular-season matchups: Aug. 10 in New York, Aug. 16 in Minnesota and Aug. 19 in New York.
—Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 31 July 2025
On stocks, Dalio said the recent hype over AI has made Magnificent Seven stocks like Alphabet, Amazon, and Meta relatively expensive, despite the grand promises of the technology.
—Sydney Lake, Fortune, 30 July 2025
Verb
But some experts worry the hope and hype surrounding psychedelics has gotten ahead of the science.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 17 July 2025
Despite not being hyped up as a contender early in the year, the Broncos made a run to the playoffs behind their rookie quarterback.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hype
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With a solid data foundation, external factors like fuel prices or carrier availability can be incorporated into planning with greater confidence.—
Clemente Theotokis,
Forbes.com,
31 July 2025
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But the need to tell America’s stories has never been greater.—
Carrie Lozano,
HollywoodReporter,
31 July 2025
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Fatty fish are excellent sources of omega-3 fatty acids, which help lower inflammation and reduce blood lipid and blood pressure levels.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
4 Aug. 2025
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Customers say Smoke & Muddle also has excellent food, fun, a relaxing vibe, friendly service and good prices.—
Pamela McLoughlin,
Hartford Courant,
4 Aug. 2025
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This list features seven awesome movies on Netflix that aren’t super popular.—
Travis Bean,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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The entire cast plus a bunch of cameos were awesome.—
James Brizuela,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 July 2025
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Happy Birthday – and may every day be another wonderful secret.—
Aysha Bagchi,
USA Today,
26 July 2025
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Brad Schmitt Hey there, new neighbors, and welcome back to our intro to Nashville and all the wonderful things the city has to offer you.—
Brad Schmitt,
The Tennessean,
26 July 2025
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Cody Bellinger, a terrific defender, couldn’t find an Ernie Clement flyball in the lights in the sixth inning, which officially resulted in a one-out triple.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
24 July 2025
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This generates terrific tidal forces within the star that simultaneously squash it horizontally while stretching it vertically.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
23 July 2025
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The fresh tomatoes and basil on the pan-toasted bread was fantastic.—
Caleb Harris,
Austin American Statesman,
31 July 2025
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The Pacific Northwest city has been growing in popularity as a destination in recent years, with great access to outdoor adventure, a fantastic Chinatown, and experiences like sailing around in a hot tub boat.—
Opheli Garcia Lawler,
Travel + Leisure,
30 July 2025
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That’s more than anyone could have predicted after the event pic opening to $117.6 million last weekend amid stellar audience and critical reaction.—
Pamela McClintock,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Aug. 2025
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Originally an invite-only spot, the Notting Hill pub is worth a visit for its delicious pub bites, stellar martinis and incredible people watching.—
Rachel Dube,
Forbes.com,
3 Aug. 2025
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This one’s an equally optimistic throwback story with the fabulous foursome up against Galactus, the devourer of worlds, who could be seen in this day and age as a metaphor for climate change.—
Steve Horton,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Aug. 2025
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This is a fabulous transit for professional glow-ups: portfolio updates, photo shoots, pitch decks, and networking.—
Dossé-Via Trenou,
Refinery29,
30 July 2025
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“Hype.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hype. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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