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as in exciting
causing great emotional or mental stimulation
enjoys the good food and stimulating conversation at his best friend's house
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as in refreshing
having a renewing effect on the state of the body or mind
a brisk, stimulating walk on a bright, clear wintry day
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as in provocative
serving or likely to arouse a strong reaction
an article containing a stimulating argument for raising, not lowering, the tax on gasoline
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as in arousing
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 provoking
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 stimulating
Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2025
However, matcha’s high levels of L-theanine, a calming amino acid, help balance caffeine’s stimulating effects.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 26 Aug. 2025
Li Jun, Footwear News, 26 Sep. 2025
For conditions already cleared by the FDA, stimulating the vagus nerve has proven benefits.
—Clarissa Brincat, Popular Science, 25 Sep. 2025
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Adjective
After increasing her anti-seizure medication one more time, staff noticed Ginger becoming a calmer, happier, more social cat who was increasingly able to handle more and more stimulating situations and interactions.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2025
However, matcha’s high levels of L-theanine, a calming amino acid, help balance caffeine’s stimulating effects.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 26 Aug. 2025
Verb
This influx is stimulating employment, raising consumption and gradually transforming western China into a new highland for fashion and lifestyle brands.
—Li Jun, Footwear News, 26 Sep. 2025
For conditions already cleared by the FDA, stimulating the vagus nerve has proven benefits.
—Clarissa Brincat, Popular Science, 25 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stimulating
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The experimental technique is one of a series of exciting developments that are helping bridge the signal from brain to body.—
Merrill Fabry,
Time,
9 Oct. 2025
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This partnership marks an exciting new chapter for both The Webster and Frasers Group’s luxury division, Flannels.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
9 Oct. 2025
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Elsewhere in Los Angeles is Taylor, the band’s backing vocalist, bassist, and multi-instrumentalist, whose steady zeal over the phone is refreshing.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
10 Oct. 2025
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Its lightweight gel texture delivers a deep, refreshing clean—ideal for jumpstarting your morning routine or resetting after a long day.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
10 Oct. 2025
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These had a whiff of the provocative — often viral — streetwear-leaning creations by Demna.—
Kati Chitrakorn,
CNN Money,
5 Oct. 2025
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The video is one of several provocative creations produced in the days since the general purpose video and audio generation system launched.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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But then Swift reveals the full conceit of the song, which is how flattering and even arousing it is to hear about someone thinking about you constantly (even if for negative reasons).—
Zack Sharf,
Variety,
3 Oct. 2025
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In fact, studies have found that couples who share novel and arousing activities report greater satisfaction.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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But an interview with Trump on 60 Minutes also presents tremendous risk for a news organization that has already been the focus of the president’s ire and is now trying to maintain its credibility without provoking him again.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
2 Oct. 2025
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This is an installment of The Nightcrawler, a weekly collection of thought-provoking articles on tech, innovation, and long-term investing by Eric Markowitz of Nightview Capital.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
2 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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This is a breathtaking abuse of the law and power.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
5 Oct. 2025
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Glen Manor Vineyards and Chester Gap Cellars both offer open-air tasting patios that showcase breathtaking views of the Shenandoah Valley.—
Erin Gifford,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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For context, geomagnetic storms are caused by fiery eruptions from the sun's surface that send charged particles zipping toward our planet.—
Tom Brown,
Space.com,
20 May 2025
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The ceremony came at a charged moment, coinciding with Columbia University canceling its graduation ceremony (and largely closing off its campus).—
David Matthews,
New York Daily News,
6 May 2024
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Despite the early wake-up and freezing temperatures, Mullen says the atmosphere is energizing.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
6 Oct. 2025
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Meanwhile, Mercury and Mars in Scorpio are energizing your community and friendship sector, which could mean dynamic conversations with your crew or joining a collective effort that feels bigger than yourself.—
Dossé-Via Trenou,
Refinery29,
5 Oct. 2025
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“Stimulating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stimulating. Accessed 12 Oct. 2025.
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