as in to excite
to cause a pleasurable stimulation of the feelings
Marian Anderson electrified audiences with her soaring operatic voice
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Maserati had even said that its entire lineup would be electrified—battery electric or hybrid — by 2028.
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Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 7 Mar. 2025
The Eagles closed the first half on a 10-0 run as Johnson hit a basket and followed with two electrifying 3-pointers.
—Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 27 Feb. 2025
Since 2020, Albany has sought to cut gas services and fully electrify a city block.
—Sierra Lopez, The Mercury News, 25 Feb. 2025
The son of Hall of Famer Deion Sanders, who once electrified Cowboys fans as a star cornerback, Shedeur offers accuracy, toughness, and natural timing, though his solid arm talent and average athleticism raise some questions.
—Mark Davis, Newsweek, 16 Mar. 2025
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Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 7 Mar. 2025
The Eagles closed the first half on a 10-0 run as Johnson hit a basket and followed with two electrifying 3-pointers.
—Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 27 Feb. 2025
Since 2020, Albany has sought to cut gas services and fully electrify a city block.
—Sierra Lopez, The Mercury News, 25 Feb. 2025
The son of Hall of Famer Deion Sanders, who once electrified Cowboys fans as a star cornerback, Shedeur offers accuracy, toughness, and natural timing, though his solid arm talent and average athleticism raise some questions.
—Mark Davis, Newsweek, 16 Mar. 2025
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“Electrify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/electrify. Accessed 7 Apr. 2025.
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