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as in breathtaking
causing great emotional or mental stimulation
an exciting, come-from-behind victory for the underdogs in the last game of the World Series
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as in provocative
serving or likely to arouse a strong reaction
and what exciting news have you for us today?
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1
as in thrilling
to cause a pleasurable stimulation of the feelings
for some reason the first snowfall of the season never fails to excite us
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2
as in encouraging
to rouse to strong feeling or action
televised pictures of the victims of the famine that would excite any viewer to pity
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an exciting adventure
a fascinating adventure
an intriguing adventure
an enticing adventure
an engrossing adventure
an enthralling adventure
an exciting day
exciting possibilities
electrifying possibilities
intriguing possibilities
enticing possibilities
interesting possibilities
fascinating possibilities
an exciting story
an entertaining story
an engrossing story
an enthralling story
an enticing story
an intriguing story
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Recent Examples of exciting
James Dinh, Billboard, 1 Apr. 2025
However, for tech-minded shoppers, the sale’s most exciting deals probably involve Apple products.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 1 Apr. 2025
There’s no doubt that the growth in the .ai domain market is exciting.
—Darpan Munjal, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Besides the exciting possibilities, there are also real benefits to working in cannabis:
• As the industry grows, cannabis companies are increasingly able to match or beat traditional sector pay.
—Peter Su, Rolling Stone, 31 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
Honda exec Megan Amic took to the red carpet ahead of the show to speak about the partnership, which comes at an exciting time amid award wins, festival booking and more for the R&B superstar.
—James Dinh, Billboard, 1 Apr. 2025
However, for tech-minded shoppers, the sale’s most exciting deals probably involve Apple products.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 1 Apr. 2025
There’s no doubt that the growth in the .ai domain market is exciting.
—Darpan Munjal, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Besides the exciting possibilities, there are also real benefits to working in cannabis:
• As the industry grows, cannabis companies are increasingly able to match or beat traditional sector pay.
—Peter Su, Rolling Stone, 31 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exciting
Adjective
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The chef’s kitchen is just as impressive, decked out with a stone pizza oven, high-end appliances, and dramatic picture windows that showcase the breathtaking city-to-ocean views.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
26 Mar. 2025
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Beneath the breathtaking view of the Camelback and Mummy Mountains, Taylor and Hooker exchanged both handwritten and traditional vows.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
People.com,
22 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The episode’s depiction of moral compromises was considered too provocative for Indian sensibilities.—
Viren Naidu,
IndieWire,
2 Apr. 2025
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The viral image purporting to show Trump's Truth Social post is fake and contains provocative language that does not reflect the president's stance on dual citizenship.—
Theo Burman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Apr. 2025
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Elsewhere in the interview, the Australian actress revealed that the movie — in which Kidman plays a woman having an affair with a younger man — was thrilling for her.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Jan. 2025
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With such fine margins at play, a thrilling title race is effectively guaranteed.—
Neel Shelat,
Forbes,
1 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Unfortunately, current leadership isn’t fostering a new narrative or encouraging positive change.—
Jennifer Guzman,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Jan. 2025
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While not every decision will yield perfect results, encouraging your employees to be data-conscious and skilled at forecasting will lower your risk and position you to make impactful decisions before the full effects of economic shifts are felt.—
Steve Swinney,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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None of these stories have culminated into anything particularly interesting despite the season nearing its final episode.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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Along with literary value, purposes instructors noted in choosing specific books included capturing particular moments in history, providing fodder for interesting class discussions and self-exploration, and simply being interesting and entertaining reading for students.—
Livia Gershon,
JSTOR Daily,
30 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Jey Uso’s already electrifying entrance was enhanced by overhead footage, Travis Scott smoking a blunt indoors and even Michael Cole jumping on the announce table alongside Pat McAfee to yeet.—
Alfred Konuwa,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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Then there is the amazing metal guitarist Rene Benton, who’s ready to blow listeners away with his electrifying performances and intricate compositions that really showcase his skills.—
SPIN Contributor,
SPIN,
7 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Yet when North Korea invaded South Korea, the United States intervened forcefully, pushing up to the Chinese border and provoking a ferocious Chinese counterattack.—
Michael Beckley,
Foreign Affairs,
7 Jan. 2025
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In 2008, the United States suggested that Georgia and Ukraine might eventually join the alliance but offered no concrete path to membership, thus provoking Russia without effectively deterring it.—
Michael Beckley,
Foreign Affairs,
7 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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For confection lovers looking for something warm and intriguing, try Chai Épicé with breakfast to kickstart your day.—
Danielle James,
Vogue,
1 Apr. 2025
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Scientists believe the geology of Mars may hold valuable clues about past ancient life, and so the robotic vehicles, controlled remotely from Earth, have slowly navigated the rocky terrain to scoop up and collect intriguing samples.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2025
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