thrill
Example Sentences
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That kinship is what makes Coppola’s first documentary, “Marc by Sofia,” such a thrill — and also what occasionally holds the film back.
From Salon • Mar. 27, 2026
Shooting began in 2005, but the initial footage did not thrill executives.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026
“For the writer,” she noted in an essay, “the nastiest event carries with it a little thrill like the discovery of a vein of gold: I can use this in a story.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026
"It's a thrill and an honour," Gandbhir told the BBC.
From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026
Danny felt a sharp thrill in his belly as the plane went through a patch of clouds.
From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova
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