as in energizing
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as in triggering
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 activating
Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 29 Jan. 2026
CBS News, 12 June 2026
Wisp will be activating at Pride events in New York City this month, with staff on the ground having one-on-one conversations.
—Geri Stengel, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Removing it can also remove , which helps stop someone else from erasing, activating and reselling your phone.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 12 June 2026
At last count, 42 advertisers had suited up for this year’s installment of the NBA Finals, with 24 first-timers activating across all Disney platforms.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 11 June 2026
Drinking Excessive Alcohol Heavy or binge drinking can raise your blood pressure both acutely and over time by activating your nervous system and decreasing blood vessel function, said Higgins.
—Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 11 June 2026
By activating its regional proxy, the Houthis in Yemen, Iran could orchestrate the closure of the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, blocking another vital artery connecting major trade routes between Europe, Asia and the Arab world.
—Cnn Staff, CNN Money, 29 May 2026
That means activating our downtown with farmers markets, cultural events, outdoor gatherings, and community programming that gives residents a reason to be there.
—Mercury News Editorial Board, Mercury News, 29 May 2026
Venus activating Saturn can reveal limitations around trust and intimacy.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 28 May 2026
Adjective
After such an activating start to the year, you’re invited to rest, reflect, and reconnect with your spiritual side.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 29 Jan. 2026
Verb
Philadelphia declared a heat health emergency for Thursday and Friday, activating cooling centers, home visits by field teams, outreach to people experiencing homelessness and other services.
—CBS News, 12 June 2026
Wisp will be activating at Pride events in New York City this month, with staff on the ground having one-on-one conversations.
—Geri Stengel, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Removing it can also remove , which helps stop someone else from erasing, activating and reselling your phone.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 12 June 2026
At last count, 42 advertisers had suited up for this year’s installment of the NBA Finals, with 24 first-timers activating across all Disney platforms.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 11 June 2026
Drinking Excessive Alcohol Heavy or binge drinking can raise your blood pressure both acutely and over time by activating your nervous system and decreasing blood vessel function, said Higgins.
—Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 11 June 2026
By activating its regional proxy, the Houthis in Yemen, Iran could orchestrate the closure of the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, blocking another vital artery connecting major trade routes between Europe, Asia and the Arab world.
—Cnn Staff, CNN Money, 29 May 2026
That means activating our downtown with farmers markets, cultural events, outdoor gatherings, and community programming that gives residents a reason to be there.
—Mercury News Editorial Board, Mercury News, 29 May 2026
Venus activating Saturn can reveal limitations around trust and intimacy.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 28 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for activating
Adjective
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For example, lavender is said to have a calming effect, while citrus scents will seem more energizing and lively.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
17 June 2026
Verb
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The 2026 Social Security Trustees Report moved the program’s day of reckoning squarely into the next presidential term, projecting that the retirement trust fund will be depleted in 2032 — triggering an automatic 22% cut to every retirement and survivor benefit.—
Teresa Ghilarducci,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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Iran’s hold over the critical Middle Eastern passageway has discouraged activity in the area, triggering a sweeping blockage of oil tankers and a global energy emergency.—
Emily Hallas,
The Washington Examiner,
10 June 2026
Adjective
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In the fifth and final season of The Boys, creator-showrunner Eric Kripke and his writers’ room had their work cut out for them, with a complex cast of characters’ arcs to wrap up, from the heartbreaking to the adrenaline-inducing and absurdly hilarious.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
11 June 2026
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Some of the prices are shiver-inducing, but then this is Mayfair, and The Twenty Two is offering something different—something sexier and more fun, which might just be a marker point for the area’s future.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 May 2026
Verb
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The Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 in Game 5 of the NBA Finals on Saturday in Texas, capturing the franchise's first championship since 1973 and sparking jubilant scenes throughout the city.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
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Eleven current and former nurses in Newton-Wellesley Hospital’s fifth floor maternity wing were diagnosed with brain tumors, sparking concern from employees and the community.—
Rick Sobey,
Boston Herald,
14 June 2026
Adjective
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Woody either having or not having a last name has fascinated fans for years, inspiring conversations and debates in comment sections, in message forums, and on fan sites.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
17 June 2026
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Watching the raw spirit of horses galloping in the wild makes for an inspiring summer destination.—
Madeline Gunderson,
USA Today,
17 June 2026
Verb
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And much of their Finals journey was overshadowed by the OJ Simpson case that began with a white Ford Bronco slowly driving down Southern California freeways in the middle of the opening game.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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Investigators said Morabia Siddhi Suresh, 33, of Fremont, California, had been driving in rainy conditions when she was involved in a separate collision, according to Kentucky State Police.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
14 June 2026
Adjective
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The riot was a galvanizing event and led to the creation of LGBTQ advocacy organizations like Gay Liberation Front and GLAAD.—
Catherine Garcia,
TheWeek,
21 Apr. 2026
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The January 2023 shooting of the environmental activist, known as Tortuguita, became a galvanizing moment for protests against Atlanta’s police training center.—
R.j. Rico,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Apr. 2026
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The applicant list also includes attorneys, bankers, a motivational speaker, a chef and a real estate agent.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
11 June 2026
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Hasley went on to ghostwrite books Passion, Profit, & Power for motivational speaker Marshall Sylver, and The Slight Edge for two-time Olympian Jeff Olson.—
Marina Watts,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 June 2026
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“Activating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/activating. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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