as in exciting
causing great emotional or mental stimulation
no recording can capture the exhilarating feeling of being at a live rock concert
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as in thrilling
to cause a pleasurable stimulation of the feelings
the exhilarating feeling of flying that hang gliding offers
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as in intoxicating
to fill with great joy
the climactic moment of commencement ceremonies usually exhilarates graduates and proud parents alike
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Recent Examples of exhilarating
Rachel Burchfield, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
This diversity ensures that your family will be entertained and engaged, making for a truly memorable and exhilarating experience.
—Ronny Maye, Essence, 19 Mar. 2025
But the move nonetheless was exhilarating and enticing news to anyone involved with or interested in the Chiefs.
—Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 8 Feb. 2025
Before the viral Tiny Desk session that put them on the map last year as one of the most exhilarating acts in Latin music, the duo of childhood friends CA7RIEL and Paco Amoroso toiled in obscurity for seven years, honing their craft in their native Buenos Aires with underground rock band Astor.
—Ernesto Lechner, Rolling Stone, 19 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
So, reflecting on our whole journey, joining forces with EHG is both humbling and exhilarating.
—Rachel Burchfield, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
This diversity ensures that your family will be entertained and engaged, making for a truly memorable and exhilarating experience.
—Ronny Maye, Essence, 19 Mar. 2025
But the move nonetheless was exhilarating and enticing news to anyone involved with or interested in the Chiefs.
—Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 8 Feb. 2025
Before the viral Tiny Desk session that put them on the map last year as one of the most exhilarating acts in Latin music, the duo of childhood friends CA7RIEL and Paco Amoroso toiled in obscurity for seven years, honing their craft in their native Buenos Aires with underground rock band Astor.
—Ernesto Lechner, Rolling Stone, 19 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exhilarating
Adjective
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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
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However, for tech-minded shoppers, the sale’s most exciting deals probably involve Apple products.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
1 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
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The intoxicating track finds the TDE singer scorned by an ex-lover.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
6 Jan. 2025
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The signature citrus scent is intoxicating, the crystal pink goop is stunning, the lather is so rich and luxurious.—
Celia Shatzman,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
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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
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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
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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Welcome to Taste Test, where every week our critic Jonah Flicker explores the most buzzworthy and interesting whiskeys in the world.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
30 Mar. 2025
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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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