as in exciting
causing great emotional or mental stimulation
a thrilling adventure movie
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as in electrifying
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 thrilling
Emily Alben, Los Angeles Times, 20 Dec. 2024
On Saturday, his contributions moved to the forefront of a thrilling comeback.
—Ben Bolch, Los Angeles Times, 15 Dec. 2024
Paris Wilson, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Dec. 2024
For me, more terrifying than thrilling.
—Kate Aurthur, Variety, 12 Dec. 2024
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This babka is guaranteed to be far more thrilling to cut into than peeling those dusty gold coins at Hanukkah.
—Emily Alben, Los Angeles Times, 20 Dec. 2024
On Saturday, his contributions moved to the forefront of a thrilling comeback.
—Ben Bolch, Los Angeles Times, 15 Dec. 2024
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This exclusive offer includes savings of up to 35% off on room rates, discounts on thrilling island activities, and much more.
—Paris Wilson, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Dec. 2024
For me, more terrifying than thrilling.
—Kate Aurthur, Variety, 12 Dec. 2024
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The transformative potential of this technology is very exciting, offering a viable solution to help address our housing challenges.Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
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While your side hustle may be exciting, overcommitting can lead to burnout.Benjamin Laker, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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An Enemy of the People Earlier this year, climate activists from the Extinction Rebellion group interrupted a production of Sam Gold’s electrifying revival of Henrik Ibsen’s An Enemy of the People.Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Dec. 2024
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The evening was marked by electrifying performances from regional and global superstars.Maha ElNabawi, Billboard, 13 Dec. 2024
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The Las Vegas Bowl bore a striking resemblance to its bookend back in September, down to the breathtaking finish, as USC once again fought through a fourth-quarter deficit to earn a statement-making win.Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 28 Dec. 2024
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The wild rapids take you under the towering peaks of the Julian Alps, some of Europe's most breathtaking scenery.Rachael Mendizabal, Travel + Leisure, 27 Dec. 2024
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Storks Are Fascinating Beyond Their Brood Reducing Ways Despite their ruthless parenting, storks are fascinating creatures with other interesting traits.Scott Travers, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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However, the puzzles are rarely straightforward, using homophones and wordplay, among other techniques, to keep things interesting.Dan Perry, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
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This series finale feels like the end of a chapter, but leaves enough intriguing loose ends to keep the possibility of a spin-off alive.Richard Edwards, Space.com, 19 Dec. 2024
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Cody Williams of FanSided recently predicted the Astros would look to sign an intriguing option.Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
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“Thrilling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thrilling. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.
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