as in triggered
to cause to function
the thermostat is set to activate the heating system only when the temperature drops below 65 degrees
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Recent Examples of activated
That is essentially the only reason he was activated on May 6.
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Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 May 2026
Authorities stated that the patient is a close contact identified through the epidemiological monitoring activated after the initial detection of the outbreak on the cruise ship.
—Pau Mosquera, CNN Money, 25 May 2026
At the time the alert system was activated, investigators believed the kids were in extreme danger, ABC affiliate WJCL reported.
—Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 23 May 2026
Pitcher Henry Baez, 23, missed the start of the season with an elbow injury but has thrown 4 2/3 innings for Midland since being activated last week, surrendering seven runs and earning a loss.
—Sean Campbell, Sacbee.com, 23 May 2026
The team placed Lee on the IL retroactive to May 19 so he could be activated as early as May 28 when the Giants open a three-city road trip at Coors Field against the Colorado Rockies.
—Andrew Baggarly, New York Times, 23 May 2026
In response, a relief valve was activated, and the tank was cooled down with an overhead sprinkler system.
—Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 22 May 2026
The North Regional Violent Crimes Task Force (NORTAF) is being activated to assist the Skokie Police Department in its investigation, per the news release.
—Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 22 May 2026
Lighter-duty opportunities include working at a water spray point along the course to ensure that sprays and sprinklers are activated at the appropriate times, or serving as a parking and traffic control officer or greeter.
—Staff, AJC.com, 19 May 2026
Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 May 2026
Authorities stated that the patient is a close contact identified through the epidemiological monitoring activated after the initial detection of the outbreak on the cruise ship.
—Pau Mosquera, CNN Money, 25 May 2026
At the time the alert system was activated, investigators believed the kids were in extreme danger, ABC affiliate WJCL reported.
—Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 23 May 2026
Pitcher Henry Baez, 23, missed the start of the season with an elbow injury but has thrown 4 2/3 innings for Midland since being activated last week, surrendering seven runs and earning a loss.
—Sean Campbell, Sacbee.com, 23 May 2026
The team placed Lee on the IL retroactive to May 19 so he could be activated as early as May 28 when the Giants open a three-city road trip at Coors Field against the Colorado Rockies.
—Andrew Baggarly, New York Times, 23 May 2026
In response, a relief valve was activated, and the tank was cooled down with an overhead sprinkler system.
—Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 22 May 2026
The North Regional Violent Crimes Task Force (NORTAF) is being activated to assist the Skokie Police Department in its investigation, per the news release.
—Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 22 May 2026
Lighter-duty opportunities include working at a water spray point along the course to ensure that sprays and sprinklers are activated at the appropriate times, or serving as a parking and traffic control officer or greeter.
—Staff, AJC.com, 19 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for activated
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After a 3-1 defeat to Crystal Palace in March, which was triggered by Micky van de Ven’s red card just before half-time, Tudor hinted at discord in the dressing room.—
Jay Harris,
New York Times,
27 May 2026
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Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey received pushback Monday over a social media post remembering George Floyd, whose Memorial Day death six years ago triggered nationwide protests and riots, as well as calls to defund law enforcement agencies.—
Louis Casiano,
FOXNews.com,
26 May 2026
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While the agreement will not fundamentally change the Los Angeles Olympics competition, the sport can now use the brand that sparked the obstacle-running community to draw more fans.—
Matt Moret,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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The killing sparked global unrest and the largest civil rights protest since the 1960s.—
Emily St. Martin,
Los Angeles Times,
27 May 2026
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Vaughn Grissom, who hit his first career grand slam and drove in a career-high six runs in LA’s 10-6 win Tuesday in the series opener, went 0 for 3 with a strikeout and walk.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
28 May 2026
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Rookie Travis Bazzana had two doubles and José Ramírez drove in a run for Cleveland, which was outscored 16-5 in the first two games.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 May 2026
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Inside, the Ingenieur Automatic 40 is powered by the in-house Caliber 32111, offering a robust 120-hour power reserve—an engineering feat that mirrors the endurance and performance demanded on the track.—
Carol Besler,
Robb Report,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Activated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/activated. Accessed 1 Jun. 2026.
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