1
as in to arouse
to give life, vigor, or spirit to
research into alternative energy sources has been stimulated by this funding increase
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as in to provoke
to rouse to strong feeling or action
the government crackdown has only stimulated the citizenry to more acts of violence
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Recent Examples of stimulate
So, the researchers directly stimulated those cells 30 minutes after the mice drank the Kool-Aid and got the same response the shot produced.
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Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 2 Apr. 2025
But Kraftwerk required nothing of the sort to prompt heads to bob, stimulate deep thought or convey clever messages.
—Bob Gendron, Chicago Tribune, 30 Mar. 2025
Coffee also stimulates gastrin, a hormone responsible for gastric motility, the movement of food through your digestive tract.3
Studies have also found that the caffeine in coffee may stimulate cholecystokinin production.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 27 Mar. 2025
Enhance Elasticity Enhances elasticity by deeply nourishing the skin and stimulating collagen production, which helps improve firmness and resilience.
—Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 21 Mar. 2025
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Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 2 Apr. 2025
But Kraftwerk required nothing of the sort to prompt heads to bob, stimulate deep thought or convey clever messages.
—Bob Gendron, Chicago Tribune, 30 Mar. 2025
Coffee also stimulates gastrin, a hormone responsible for gastric motility, the movement of food through your digestive tract.3
Studies have also found that the caffeine in coffee may stimulate cholecystokinin production.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 27 Mar. 2025
Enhance Elasticity Enhances elasticity by deeply nourishing the skin and stimulating collagen production, which helps improve firmness and resilience.
—Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 21 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stimulate
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For now, any public attempt by Thune to check Trump would likely arouse even greater anger from the Republican base.—
David D. Kirkpatrick,
New Yorker,
31 Mar. 2025
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This was music meant to arouse wonder and yearning.—
Naomi Fry,
New Yorker,
29 Mar. 2025
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Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters at the White House that the administration maintained confidence in Waltz and said the case was effectively closed, even as the breach provoked bipartisan criticism and opened up divisions inside the White House.—
Josh Meyer,
USA Today,
3 Apr. 2025
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As an abstraction and comparison machine, Pronouns provokes anxiety, getting at the dangers of correlation.—
Mara Mills,
Artforum,
1 Apr. 2025
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Combine Ingredients In a large bowl, stir together mayonnaise, sour cream, green onions, garlic powder, and salt.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Apr. 2025
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The united court verdict and its immediate acceptance by South Korea’s two major political parties stirred hope that the young democracy can turn the page on the martial law fiasco – a jarring reminder for many citizens of the country’s dark legacy of military dictatorship as recently as the 1980s.—
Ann Scott Tyson,
Christian Science Monitor,
4 Apr. 2025
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To bring in more visitors, Katsuo-ji came up with a creative way to encourage tourists to engage with the Daruma dolls.—
Rebecca Cairns,
CNN Money,
8 Apr. 2025
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The frantic trading, which sent stocks spiking before plummeting again, showed how investors are operating on a hair trigger and are eager for any sign of encouraging news.—
Chris Megerian,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Apr. 2025
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Yet, there are major lessons here for rival studios in how Warner Bros, post Barbie, has been able to energize social media, and target digital ads, to create an unforeseen blockbuster.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
7 Apr. 2025
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When spring begins, I’m energized by the opportunity to dive head first into DIY-ing my lawn and garden with fresh blooms, plentiful vegetables, and various greenery.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
6 Apr. 2025
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The styles are inspired by the Art Deco period, as well as the American Southwest, which can be seen in the bold designs that veer on modernity while still being classic.—
Brett F. Braley-Palko,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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The collection’s color palette of taupe, beige and white was inspired by Palazzo Pitti, the Renaissance palace in Florence where Brioni first staged a men’s runway show in 1952.—
Hikmat Mohammed,
Footwear News,
28 Mar. 2025
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Visit the company’s website today to learn more and see what its invigorating products can do for you!—
Grace Butler,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2025
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Elsewhere, a state-of-the-art wellness center featuring five private massage rooms, a sauna, a Turkish bath, and an invigorating ice cascade serves as a sanctuary of relaxation.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
31 Mar. 2025
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These allows the blooms to frame your exterior and create a stunning look that softens the lines of your architecture and enliven the scene.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
8 Apr. 2025
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The pedestal had an unusual feature for the drive-in resorts of the day: A sidewalk arcade of shops and restaurants that enlivened street life on Collins Avenue.—
Andres Viglucci,
Miami Herald,
23 Mar. 2025
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“Stimulate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stimulate. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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