How to Use stimulate in a Sentence

stimulate

verb
  • The economy was not stimulated by the tax cuts.
  • Their discussion stimulated him to research the subject more.
  • A raise in employee wages might stimulate production.
  • He was stimulated by their discussion.
  • Sound sets off a wave of fluid in the cochlea and stimulates the hair cells to transmit signals to the brain.
    Gina Kolata, New York Times, 23 Jan. 2024
  • To [be] able to stimulate the economy is no small feat!
    Bailey Richards, Peoplemag, 30 Sep. 2023
  • So far, Beijing has turned to rate cuts in a bid to stimulate the economy.
    Mary Hui, Quartz, 10 July 2023
  • From serums to shampoos, there are lots of products out there that promise to stimulate hair growth and keep current locks strong and healthy.
    Terri Peters, Health, 5 Oct. 2023
  • The removal of the mask mandate may help stimulate interest in Hong Kong, along with the ticket giveaway.
    Kari Lindberg, Fortune, 28 Feb. 2023
  • Both stimulate new growth; however, summer is the time for slow growth.
    Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 July 2023
  • Plus, the gentle weight of the clay filling helps to stimulate different pressure points.
    Moriah Mason, Southern Living, 14 Nov. 2023
  • The sun’s clash with Chiron stimulates crisis of faith.
    USA TODAY, 12 July 2023
  • The device helps stimulate circulation in the scalp and promotes healthy hair growth.
    Jasmine Hyman, Peoplemag, 27 Jan. 2023
  • Many have a comb edge, which can be used to further stimulate the skin as well as the scalp, which also promotes relaxation and hair growth.
    Sophie Dodd, Peoplemag, 22 Feb. 2024
  • Kiselev says they can be stimulated to move up and down along the skyrmion strings without any loss of energy at all.
    IEEE Spectrum, 23 Dec. 2023
  • Order a glass of something sparkling (the bubbles should help stimulate your taste buds) and top it up with some zesty orange juice – the acidity of the juice will help with the flavor.
    Olivia Morelli, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Nov. 2023
  • Humphrey tried the setup for himself, seeing the phosphenes when the current stimulated his retina.
    Nick Romeo, The New Yorker, 15 Mar. 2023
  • While sales of the game have been steady, there’s no word yet on whether its release has stimulated hardware sales for Nintendo.
    Chris Morris, Fortune, 17 May 2023
  • Heat helps stimulate blood flow and relax tired muscles.
    Mike Richard, Men's Health, 25 Jan. 2023
  • Some, like the bridge pose, are stretch moves that stimulate your abdominal organs.
    Min-Ja Lee, Health, 3 July 2023
  • These scents seem to have stimulated their brains and their measures of verbal memory seem to have increased and changes were even seen on an MRI scan.
    Taylor Wilson, USA TODAY, 8 Aug. 2023
  • The quick vibrations also help stimulate blood flow, leaving you with a healthy, sculpted glow.
    Carly Cardellino, Harper's BAZAAR, 27 Mar. 2023
  • Doctors had advised her to inject the medication to stimulate her ovaries at the same time every night.
    Tim Craig, Washington Post, 24 Feb. 2024
  • Which is not to say that the book isn’t interesting or sometimes stimulating.
    Timothy Farrington, WSJ, 4 Jan. 2024
  • These kinds of gels help the microcurrent reach the skin, thus helping your products permeate the dermis and stimulate your muscles.
    Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 9 Jan. 2024
  • What is collagen and how does salmon stimulate production of it?
    Veronica Cristino, Vogue, 8 Apr. 2024
  • Regular use of these supplements may help fill in patchy areas and stimulate new hair growth.
    Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 9 Aug. 2023
  • If your scalp is in desperate need of some TLC, check out some of the best hair pre-wash hair oils to deliver nutrients, stimulate growth, and help prevent a dry scalp.
    Iman Balagam, Allure, 27 Jan. 2023
  • With most annuals, removing the old flowers will stimulate new flower buds to form and open.
    Chris McKeown, The Enquirer, 29 July 2023
  • It’s crafted with wild mint and eucalyptus alongside zings of basil and Thai ginger to help stimulate your senses and cleanse your head.
    Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 1 Apr. 2023

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