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as in energetic
having much high-spirited energy and movement
the novel's plot is kinetic and fast-paced, and its effect on the reader is much like that of a surfeit of caffeine
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as in buzzing
marked by much life, movement, or activity
the loft district is the locus of the city's kinetic arts scene
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Recent Examples of kinetic
With its kinetic performances and genre-pushing structure, Novi’s 75-minute thrill ride lands like a high-stakes fever dream.
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Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Dec. 2024
Expanding the use of counter unmanned aerial systems technologies to mitigate the use of a UAS as a kinetic attack vector.
—Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, Fox News, 5 Dec. 2024
How to do it: After a workout session or day in the mountains, use a lacrosse ball or myofascial-release tool (Haas recommends the Rad Roller) to roll out the soles of your feet (plantar fascia), then work your way up the kinetic chain.
—Hayden Carpenter, Outside Online, 19 Nov. 2024
Unfurling over 7,500 square feet with a façade featuring a kinetic light sculpture design by architect Hugh Dutton, the concept reintroduces the iconic American jeweler to the Texas city.
—Thomas Waller, WWD, 18 Oct. 2024
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Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Dec. 2024
Expanding the use of counter unmanned aerial systems technologies to mitigate the use of a UAS as a kinetic attack vector.
—Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, Fox News, 5 Dec. 2024
How to do it: After a workout session or day in the mountains, use a lacrosse ball or myofascial-release tool (Haas recommends the Rad Roller) to roll out the soles of your feet (plantar fascia), then work your way up the kinetic chain.
—Hayden Carpenter, Outside Online, 19 Nov. 2024
Unfurling over 7,500 square feet with a façade featuring a kinetic light sculpture design by architect Hugh Dutton, the concept reintroduces the iconic American jeweler to the Texas city.
—Thomas Waller, WWD, 18 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kinetic
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The tone of the film also matched Aubrey so much as an artist, and her energetic match was so perfect to me.Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 9 Jan. 2025
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The model of leaning on external policing, rather than paid fact-checking, takes a page from the policies adopted by X under the control of Elon Musk, who bought the platform formerly known as Twitter in 2022 and has since emerged as one of Trump’s most energetic — and influential — supporters.Mike Lillis, The Hill, 9 Jan. 2025
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Unlike the Oscars, however, the ADG Awards are split between contemporary, animated, period, and fantasy films.Mark Peikert, IndieWire, 3 Jan. 2025
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At the other end of the spectrum, Latvia and Thailand both made history with the former’s animated fantasy Flow and the latter’s How To Make Millions Before Grandma Dies, a tear-jerking comedy-drama that has been a box office sensation.Max Goldbart, Deadline, 20 Dec. 2024
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Not many pieces require such heroics: the reality is that fact checkers are busy people, who traffic only occasionally in the dark arts of deep research.Fergus McIntosh, The New Yorker, 11 Jan. 2025
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As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office in just over a week, the returning commander in chief has scheduled a busy weekend of meetings with House Republicans to discuss policy priorities for the incoming administration.Cami Mondeaux, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 11 Jan. 2025
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There’s lively interplay with Rick Rosato on bass and Jonathan Pinson on drums.Giovanni Russonello, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2025
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Given its flavor and sensory profiles, Barbera is an ideal selection at lunch, especially as its lively acidity cuts through the fatty qualities of all types of salumi.Tom Hyland, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
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The noise cancellation works well, and the audio quality is vibrant with a nice balance.Shubham Yewale, PCMAG, 14 Jan. 2025
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Bears fans looking for a glass-chewing, vibrant presence might not love Brady’s low-key nature.Dan Wiederer, Chicago Tribune, 14 Jan. 2025
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There was an announcement today about $45 million for some active transportation.Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge, 13 Jan. 2025
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Hope is not passive wishing but an active, dynamic process.Scott Hutcheson, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
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Their brisk, lively, and skeptical history of subversion starts with ancient times, stops off in early modern Europe before moving on to recent centuries, and ends with a look forward.Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, 14 Jan. 2025
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Muscle strengthening is still an important way to reach your physical activity requirements for optimal bone and muscle health, and walking (especially a brisk walk) is a great supplemental activity. — AVIV JOSHUA, MS, MEDICAL EXPERT BOARD 2.Sarah Jividen, Verywell Health, 10 Jan. 2025
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Your business should excite your customers, frustrate your competitors and animate and motivate your people.Jeffrey Russell, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024
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Photo : Paul Barnaby Robert Longo photographs animate the entry foyer.Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 22 Dec. 2024
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“Kinetic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kinetic. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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