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
The work’s whistling sounds are activated by pouring liquid into a spout and swirling it around to create changes in atmospheric pressure within.
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Andy Battaglia, ARTnews.com, 2 June 2026
The brand also activated at Coachella in April, hosting the Hoody House, which Dickson said sold roughly 10,000 custom hoodies and generating over 300 million social media and press impressions.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 2 June 2026
After someone activated the train’s emergency brake, Goetz sat down.
—Kevin Lozano, Harpers Magazine, 2 June 2026
This loss is deep, but he’s still activated to find out what happened.
—Selome Hailu, Variety, 1 June 2026
The Connecticut Department of Transportation activated a work zone speed camera program on Monday at three locations with more in the works later this year in an effort to change the behavior of unsafe drivers through work zones on Connecticut highways.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 1 June 2026
The Towode Door Stop Alarm is a budget-friendly, highly effective safety tool that functions as a wedge door stop and a piercingly loud alarm when activated.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2026
And now Stolen Device Protection is on by default, rather than needing to be activated.
—David Phelan, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026
That is essentially the only reason he was activated on May 6.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 May 2026
Andy Battaglia, ARTnews.com, 2 June 2026
The brand also activated at Coachella in April, hosting the Hoody House, which Dickson said sold roughly 10,000 custom hoodies and generating over 300 million social media and press impressions.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 2 June 2026
After someone activated the train’s emergency brake, Goetz sat down.
—Kevin Lozano, Harpers Magazine, 2 June 2026
This loss is deep, but he’s still activated to find out what happened.
—Selome Hailu, Variety, 1 June 2026
The Connecticut Department of Transportation activated a work zone speed camera program on Monday at three locations with more in the works later this year in an effort to change the behavior of unsafe drivers through work zones on Connecticut highways.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 1 June 2026
The Towode Door Stop Alarm is a budget-friendly, highly effective safety tool that functions as a wedge door stop and a piercingly loud alarm when activated.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2026
And now Stolen Device Protection is on by default, rather than needing to be activated.
—David Phelan, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026
That is essentially the only reason he was activated on May 6.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for activated
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One of the most notable examples came when former MVP James Harden publicly criticized then-Houston Rockets executive Daryl Morey after Morey's support for pro-democracy protesters in Hong Kong triggered a backlash from Chinese officials and business partners.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
2 June 2026
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Her doctor could not tie her new problem to the assault, but Andrews wonders if the blow to her face triggered it.—
Caitlin McGlade,
Charlotte Observer,
2 June 2026
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Energy security in focus The war’s disruption to the Strait of Hormuz has sharpened focus on energy security around the world and comes on the heels of the energy crisis sparked by Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine.—
Hanna Ziady,
CNN Money,
4 June 2026
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Since arriving at the zoo, the buffalo has attracted large crowds and sparked debate over its unusual nickname.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
4 June 2026
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As the family entered the intersection, Erickson drove by them and avoided a collision.—
Richard Winton,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
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Tovar drove in a run with a sacrifice fly to right field in the second.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
3 June 2026
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Eco Effort All Maybourne London hotels are powered by 100% renewable electricity, and a solar power farm in Essex is underway.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 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 7 Jun. 2026.
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