1
as in vigor
active strength of body or mind
still had the oomph to pass other runners in the homestretch
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2
as in appeal
the power of irresistible attraction
a supermodel with the kind of oomph to make you want to run out and buy the perfume
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Recent Examples of oomph
Where Black Honey adds oomph with every swipe, Nude Honey is the subtler counterpart that enhances what’s already there.
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Claire Sullivan, Footwear News, 20 June 2025
Both races conclude with the famous Mariachi Mile, just to add a little oomph to your finish.
—Sal Pizarro, Mercury News, 29 May 2025
Don’t miss your opportunity to get your hands on a capable productivity machine with enough oomph for productivity and content creation tasks for $380 less.
—Jade Chung-Lee, PC Magazine, 20 May 2025
This setup proved to have plenty of immersive output oomph, both in my home and in a larger public space.
—Paul Ridden
june 25, New Atlas, 25 June 2025
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Claire Sullivan, Footwear News, 20 June 2025
Both races conclude with the famous Mariachi Mile, just to add a little oomph to your finish.
—Sal Pizarro, Mercury News, 29 May 2025
Don’t miss your opportunity to get your hands on a capable productivity machine with enough oomph for productivity and content creation tasks for $380 less.
—Jade Chung-Lee, PC Magazine, 20 May 2025
This setup proved to have plenty of immersive output oomph, both in my home and in a larger public space.
—Paul Ridden
june 25, New Atlas, 25 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for oomph
Noun
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These are piercing, sucking feeders that can reduce plant vigor and lead to some leaf decline.—
Tom MacCubbin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 July 2025
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Planetary returns reignite things and bring energy and vigor, a refresher that adds zest to our passions and artistry.—
Lisa Stardust,
People.com,
2 July 2025
Noun
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Despite Chinese foldables being clearly superior the past few years, various factors (some out of their control) have prevented Chinese foldables from reaching mainstream appeal.—
Ben Sin,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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But the committee also does mediation, appeals and training.—
Damenica Ellis
July 25,
Charlotte Observer,
25 July 2025
Noun
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Nuclear energy is a form of energy released from the nucleus of an atom.—
Karoline Leonard,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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Microsoft’s Bill Gates is said to have bunkers beneath multiple homes, while Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is reportedly building a $300 million compound in Hawaii that includes a 5,000-square-foot underground bunker with its own energy, water, and food infrastructure.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
29 July 2025
Noun
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There are theories on why aloe vera juice may impact blood pressure readings.—
Maggie O'Neill,
Verywell Health,
1 Aug. 2025
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The early summer drinks menu is ripe with flavors of rhubarb, lemongrass and fresh pea juice.—
Susan Stapleton,
AZCentral.com,
31 July 2025
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Number of Tourists in 2024: 45 million From ancient Aztec ruins to the colonial charm of Oaxaca, Mexico grabs you by the senses and doesn’t let go.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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One of the oldest towns in South Carolina, Conway is steeped in historic charm.—
Meghan Overdeep,
Southern Living,
25 July 2025
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The Rich Township pep band performed at the 2020 IHSA boys basketball state championship, its concert bands have consistently received superior ratings in IHSA organizational contests and its jazz band has become a frequent performer at prestigious festivals.—
C. R. Walker,
Chicago Tribune,
10 July 2025
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One batch lasts me Monday through Friday, providing just enough pep to power my mornings.—
The Bon Appétit Staff,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
6 June 2025
Noun
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As with many sweeping arguments, the fascination lies in the details.—
Margaret Talbot,
New Yorker,
21 July 2025
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But the dual Democrat-Republican fascination with The Epstein Files also testifies to a truth Hollywood has forever known: a love of conspiracy stories tugs at us all.—
Steven Zeitchik,
HollywoodReporter,
19 July 2025
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Whether rooted in tradition or boldly pushing the envelope with unique grains and finishes, these medal-winning rye whiskeys reflect the depth and dynamism of the American whiskey scene.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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The festival continues to position itself as the largest celebration of Indian cinema outside India, showcasing the diversity and dynamism of contemporary Indian storytelling across languages and platforms.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
18 July 2025
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“Oomph.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/oomph. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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