Example Sentences

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They lost even though they had thrilled their fans and frightened the league with their February addition of Luka Doncic.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2025

He was a sad shadow of the great athlete who had thrilled the world.

From The Guardian • Jun. 4, 2016

I paused my morning routine, poised to cheer, to imagine nominees’ reactions and fantasize about all the shine heading toward some deserving black folks whose stories had thrilled me.

From Washington Post • Jan. 15, 2016

They believed their antics had thrilled the public and those same voters would reward them for their principled stand.

From Slate • Nov. 7, 2013

Her voice was wonderful echoing through the crowded space—that deep, emotional, heart-stirring voice that had thrilled many a New York audience.

From "Murder on the Orient Express" by Agatha Christie