as in kick
a pleasurably intense stimulation of the feelings
everyone gets a real thrill out of the Independence Day fireworks
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as in to excite
to cause a pleasurable stimulation of the feelings of
I was thrilled to hear that you got the promotion that you'd been so desperately wanting
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Recent Examples of thrill
Jared Ranahan, Forbes.com, 20 July 2025
Plus, this thrill show includes dance, flips, tricks, and to close the show, a motorcycle trick ride inside a 14-foot diameter sphere.
—Liliana Fannin, jsonline.com, 15 July 2025
Maureen Lee Lenker Published, EW.com, 26 July 2025
There have been some digital think pieces written about Rumi’s smiley personality, and for the most part, the internet has been thrilled to embrace the younger Carter daughter.
—Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 25 July 2025
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Noun
From high-altitude thrills to idyllic nature treks via horseback, this historic hotel offers a truly diverse range of activities to keep guests occupied during a stay, with plenty of lavish amenities to enjoy along the way.
—Jared Ranahan, Forbes.com, 20 July 2025
Plus, this thrill show includes dance, flips, tricks, and to close the show, a motorcycle trick ride inside a 14-foot diameter sphere.
—Liliana Fannin, jsonline.com, 15 July 2025
Verb
Isaac isn't thrilled about being imprisoned in a bedroom and handcuffed to a bed, but Lerman was far less bothered by it.
—Maureen Lee Lenker Published, EW.com, 26 July 2025
There have been some digital think pieces written about Rumi’s smiley personality, and for the most part, the internet has been thrilled to embrace the younger Carter daughter.
—Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 25 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thrill
Noun
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Suddenly, the baby delivers what seems to be a distinct kick, causing the dog's eyes to come open in confusion.—
Maria Morava,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 July 2025
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That footnote could end up being quite a kick to the rears of grantees, awardees and contractors in universities, medical centers and other research organizations around the country.—
Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes.com,
30 July 2025
Verb
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Investors were particularly excited by Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's bullish comments on quantum computing last month.—
Julie Coleman,
CNBC,
24 July 2025
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Sandy Brondello was excited just like all Liberty fans in Brooklyn.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
22 July 2025
Noun
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Experiences such as the exhilaration of standing on a mountain peak, the sensory delight of walking along a sandy beach or the intellectual stimulation of immersing oneself in diverse cultural and historical city centers can offer profound personal value.—
Dana Dunne,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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From an early age, Rose Valland’s exhilaration was art.—
Erin Douglass,
Christian Science Monitor,
29 May 2025
Verb
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Here are 10 standout examples, but vintage specialists such as Analog/Shift, Wind Vintage, and the major auction houses regularly bring forth superlative pieces in rare configurations that will delight even the most jaded collector.—
Oren Hartov,
Robb Report,
30 July 2025
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Last year, Lohan delighted fans by making an appearance at the Mean Girls movie musical premiere in New York City.—
Brendan Le,
People.com,
29 July 2025
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Harris electrified the Democratic Party base in August when delegates selected her as the party’s nominee — and the first woman of color nominated to lead a major political party in U.S. history.—
Grant Stringer,
Mercury News,
31 July 2025
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This shows how trucks and tractor-trailers are the most quickly growing segment, while the latter category is maturing as municipal governments fully electrify their electric bus fleets and coach sales fall.—
Earl Carr,
Forbes.com,
30 July 2025
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“Thrill.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thrill. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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