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as in thrills
a pleasurably intense stimulation of the feelings
the lavish spectacle results in one exhilaration after another
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as in ecstasies
a state of overwhelming usually pleasurable emotion
the exhilaration of victory that spectators get to witness at the Olympic Games
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More advanced skiers and snowboarders can seek their thrills in Huckleberry Bowl near the resort’s summit, famous for deep powder in its ungroomed areas.—
Mark Billingsley, Sacbee.com, 9 Jan. 2026
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An overreliance on tools weakens our civilization (and saps the film’s dramatic thrills).—
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The number one best-selling tennis shoes on Amazon, these classic kicks have a retro-chic vibe that’ll never go out of style.—
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Harris has also blocked a total of six kicks, which is one away from tying the all-time SEC record.—
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Both trains offer luxury journeys that encourage passengers to partake in the joys of slow travel.—
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But one of the biggest joys for the couple is how FreshCo is evolving into a true family business.—
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All the pleasures of the Anakonda had come with us to this remote place.—
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Like these forerunners, the pleasures of Knight’s A Thousand Blows, which premiered all six episodes of its second season on Hulu Friday, lies in looking back on that thin sliver of time, about 15 years ago, when anachronistic old-timey crime was in vogue.—
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The small round dish can be used for all sorts of culinary delights, from baking single-serve cakes to roasting garlic.—
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Japan draws thirtysomethings with its diverse attractions, from culinary delights to swift transportation, catering to travelers' varied interests.—
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“Exhilarations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exhilarations. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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