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Recent Examples of stimulation
Regardless of age, a poor response to ovarian stimulation—for example, a low estrogen level or a low number of follicles developing—indicates that the treatment is not going well, Klipstein says.
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Heather Grossmann, Parents, 16 June 2026
The mental stimulation, not unlike jigsawing a puzzle or inking a crossword.
—Ashley Parker, The Atlantic, 15 June 2026
So time to give it a little nudge in a better direction by firing up our spiffy new kettle — the last one overheated — for a cup of stimulation.
—Ed Silverman, STAT, 15 June 2026
The findings, published in 2025 in Brain Stimulation, point to a fundamentally new way of treating one of the most stubborn psychiatric conditions, using a miniaturized implant that delivers brief bursts of stimulation only during key moments of exposure therapy.
—Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 June 2026
Still, by the 30th minute, fans desperate for any stimulation collectively sought salvation on their phones.
—Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 13 June 2026
Unlike burnout, which results from excessive demands, rust out stems from a lack of stimulation, growth, purpose or opportunity.
—Bybryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Comparing the stimulation of the economy to the affects of the Super Bowl, Cepero said a large benefit to the economy is expected.
—Ava Dicecca, Sun Sentinel, 5 June 2026
Participants started with a baseline assessment, then followed individualized stimulation protocols designed by Pulsetto’s clinical team, according to a press release from the brand.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 4 June 2026
Heather Grossmann, Parents, 16 June 2026
The mental stimulation, not unlike jigsawing a puzzle or inking a crossword.
—Ashley Parker, The Atlantic, 15 June 2026
So time to give it a little nudge in a better direction by firing up our spiffy new kettle — the last one overheated — for a cup of stimulation.
—Ed Silverman, STAT, 15 June 2026
The findings, published in 2025 in Brain Stimulation, point to a fundamentally new way of treating one of the most stubborn psychiatric conditions, using a miniaturized implant that delivers brief bursts of stimulation only during key moments of exposure therapy.
—Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 June 2026
Still, by the 30th minute, fans desperate for any stimulation collectively sought salvation on their phones.
—Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 13 June 2026
Unlike burnout, which results from excessive demands, rust out stems from a lack of stimulation, growth, purpose or opportunity.
—Bybryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Comparing the stimulation of the economy to the affects of the Super Bowl, Cepero said a large benefit to the economy is expected.
—Ava Dicecca, Sun Sentinel, 5 June 2026
Participants started with a baseline assessment, then followed individualized stimulation protocols designed by Pulsetto’s clinical team, according to a press release from the brand.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 4 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stimulation
Noun
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The nation’s collective card balance actually declined through much of 2020 and 2021, as consumers rode out the COVID-19 pandemic and cashed federal stimulus checks.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
12 June 2026
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Prabowo has pushed for heavier stimulus and lower interest rates.—
William Pesek,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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Financial incentives offered by the conservation district, in conjunction with federal programs, have enticed farmers in the South Fork of the Republican River near Burlington to end irrigation on an additional 20,000 acres.—
Allen Best,
Denver Post,
14 June 2026
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As firms scale, governance, incentives, and legacy practices shift focus from customer value and human flourishing.—
Steve Denning,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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Several students said Gilliam's encouragement made a lasting impression during the two-week camp.—
Alexa Liacko,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
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Even so, reports suggest that Lopez leaving the door open is all the encouragement Rodriguez needs.—
Allison DeGrushe,
StyleCaster,
15 June 2026
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The material contained on this site is intended to inform, entertain and educate the reader and in no way represents an inducement to gamble legally or illegally or any sort of professional advice.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
14 June 2026
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Yet our findings show that, whatever the eventual benefit may prove to be, the costs of inducement are notably higher than state officials initially projected.—
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
Noun
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Cutting caffeine for a stretch allows the body to lose that adaptation, so the stimulant feels effective again.—
Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
13 June 2026
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Lower birth rates also mean an aging population with fewer economic stimulants, placing a strain on social benefits like Social Security and Medicare.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
12 June 2026
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“Stimulation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stimulation. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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