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as in to excite
to cause a pleasurable stimulation of the feelings
the stunning spectacle of this Las Vegas show is sure to intoxicate spectators
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as in to delight
to fill with great joy
she was intoxicated by the news that she'd gotten the job of her dreams
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Recent Examples of intoxicate
Many people associate alcohol risk primarily with addiction or legal complications such as driving while intoxicated.
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Emma Fenske,
The Conversation,
2 July 2026
The man who had been driving the other vehicle, Vincente Perez, of Barstow, California, had been extremely intoxicated, according to court documents.
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Nathan Pilling,
Kansas City Star,
30 June 2026
The role was vacant after the Sabres fired Adam Mair following his arrest for allegedly driving while intoxicated in September.
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Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
30 June 2026
Inspired by Aztec temple offerings of tuberose, magnolia, plumeria, and marigold made at the altars of the gods, Flor y Canto fills a room with its intoxicating sillage.
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Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
28 June 2026
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Emma Fenske,
The Conversation,
2 July 2026
The man who had been driving the other vehicle, Vincente Perez, of Barstow, California, had been extremely intoxicated, according to court documents.
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Nathan Pilling,
Kansas City Star,
30 June 2026
The role was vacant after the Sabres fired Adam Mair following his arrest for allegedly driving while intoxicated in September.
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Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
30 June 2026
Inspired by Aztec temple offerings of tuberose, magnolia, plumeria, and marigold made at the altars of the gods, Flor y Canto fills a room with its intoxicating sillage.
—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
28 June 2026
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Levine Cava hopes that the Tropical Park time capsule and America 250 monument get tricentennial Miami residents excited in 2076.
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Getting excited by watching travel vlogs helps redirect my fear into something positive.
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This lighthearted cameo delighted longtime fans and underscored that, while the late-night institution has closed, Colbert himself isn't disappearing from the spotlight anytime soon.
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On the final day of Pride Month, here’s one final bonkers gay story to delight and amaze you.
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Not every business leader is thrilled about the direction of the AI industry.
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Although Kingda Ka is gone, Six Flags indicated the new attraction is designed to deliver a similarly thrilling experience while introducing several ride elements not currently found elsewhere in North America, according to reports.
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There were decisions that would elate or devastate players.
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This helped convince the administration to shift to their side, elating students, especially Simpson.
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Round of 32, Mexico 2-0 Ecuador The thunder and lightning that delayed kick-off by an hour electrified the Estadio Azteca and spurred Mexico on to their most comprehensive performance of the competition.
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Focus on industrial demand Electricity demand has increased sharply as data centers expand and manufacturers electrify more of their operations.
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The world was enraptured by Kennedy and Bessette (portrayed on the series by Sarah Pidgeon), who were constantly trailed by the paparazzi and scrutinized by the tabloid media.
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The show has enraptured New York, drawing rave reviews, nine Tony nominations, including best revival of a musical, and starry attendees, including Zendaya, Ian McKellen and Hugh Jackman.
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“Intoxicate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intoxicate. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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