get a charge out of

Find really thrilling

To get a charge out of something is to find it exciting, amusing, or deeply satisfying.

The charge is a jolt of pleasure or stimulation: He really gets a charge out of watching his grandkids play.

The phrase suggests genuine delight, often in simple or unexpected things.

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have a ball · get a kick out of · electrify · intoxicate · thrill · excite · delight · entertain · pleasure · have a good time · glee · exhilaration · energize · turned on · buzz · stimulate · light up · invigorate

Opposites
emotional response to an activity or experience

get a charge out ofdread

Intense anticipatory fear

loathe · tune out · detest

Family

getting, getter, charge, charges, charged, charging, charger, recharge, rechargeable

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Timeless · Abstract · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G