What is thrill?

Thrill is the happy feeling you get when something exciting happens right in front of you.

Imagine you're playing hide-and-seek, and you're hiding behind the couch. You hear your friend counting: 1... 2... 3... Then, suddenly, they peek around the corner! Your heart goes boom-boom-boom, and you feel a big smile on your face. That’s thrill!

Like a Bumpy Ride

Think of thrill like being on a roller coaster. When it goes up, then zooms down fast, your body feels all wiggly and happy inside, that’s the excitement of thrill.

When You’re Surprised

Sometimes, thrill happens when you least expect it. Like if you're eating a cookie, and suddenly, crunch!, there's a big bite missing! That surprise makes your laugh come out loud, and that’s also thrill!

So, next time something fun or surprising happens, remember: that happy, excited feeling is thrill, and it’s all yours to enjoy.

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Examples

  1. Riding a roller coaster and feeling your heart race
  2. Jumping into a pool on a cold day and being surprised by the shock
  3. Winning a game and feeling an intense rush of joy

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