as in excited
being in a state of increased activity or agitation
exhausted from a hectic day at the office
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Recent Examples of hectic
Given the hectic pace of AI development, the version of Llama in question (13B) is far from cutting-edge.
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David Meyer, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2024
His intent was to escape his hectic Hollywood lifestyle and show the world the path to sustainability.
—Alex Ritman, Variety, 5 Nov. 2024
The timing of this year’s three-day event, just weeks before the Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix, served as a relaxing prequel to the hectic race.
—Michael Harley, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
The trailer juxtaposes Brando's hectic Hollywood life with the tranquility of relaxing at his island home.
—Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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David Meyer, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2024
His intent was to escape his hectic Hollywood lifestyle and show the world the path to sustainability.
—Alex Ritman, Variety, 5 Nov. 2024
The timing of this year’s three-day event, just weeks before the Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix, served as a relaxing prequel to the hectic race.
—Michael Harley, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
The trailer juxtaposes Brando's hectic Hollywood life with the tranquility of relaxing at his island home.
—Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hectic
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Perhaps no one was more excited than her son, Michael, who danced in front of her during her 3-minute speech.Taylor Seely, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024
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The 12-year-old started poking fun at his little brother for being so excited about his new bed.Caleb Harris, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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Following a heated presidential contest, political coverage and commentary can feel unavoidable.Vox Staff, Vox, 6 Nov. 2024
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Unusually for the quadricycle segment, the Mobilize vehicles come with a driver airbag as standard, as well as heated driver's seat and aircon.Paul Ridden, New Atlas, 5 Nov. 2024
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The post-race altercation occurred once both drivers exited their vehicles, with Chandler Smith, visibly agitated, confronting Custer.David Faris, Newsweek, 2 Nov. 2024
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In fan video of the moment, an agitated Farrell is seen lunging at Navarro and throwing a shoulder into his bandmate, then punching the shocked-looking guitarist in the chest before the men are separated and Farrell is dragged off stage.Mitchell Peters, Billboard, 22 Sep. 2024
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The start of early voting kicked off a frenzied week of high-profile visits, including from both presidential candidates.Stacey Barchenger, The Arizona Republic, 16 Oct. 2024
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The artist created the 347 images in a frenzied seven-month stretch in 1968, though only 28 will be on view.Julia Binswanger, Smithsonian Magazine, 1 Nov. 2024
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“Hectic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hectic. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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