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Rave

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Positive EnergyPlay
Use 'rave' to express strong approval or admiration about something with enthusiasm. SlideHe wouldn't stop raving about her incredible performance on stage.
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Emotional ExaggerationPlay
'Rave' implies that the speaker's excitement may lead to exaggerating the good qualities. SlideAfter trying the cake, she raved about it for hours to everyone.
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Social RecommendationPlay
Saying someone 'raved about' something can encourage others to try that experience. SlideSince everyone's raving about that book, I'll read it next.