as in quickening
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as in stimulating
to give life, vigor, or spirit to
Mr. Clark animates history for his sixth graders by frequently showing up for class dressed like some famous historical figure
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Recent Examples of animating
Rosalyn Wikeley, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Jan. 2026
Several union leaders remarked on how animating an issue of telework has been over the last nine months.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 23 Dec. 2025
There’s an exuberance at the record’s core, a palpable sense of enthusiasm animating these tracks.
—Dash Lewis, Pitchfork, 20 Dec. 2025
Conservative commentators Tucker Carlson and Ben Shapiro clashed over issues animating the right such as Owens, controversial live-streamer and white supremacist Nick Fuentes; and Israel.
—Stephanie Murray, AZCentral.com, 19 Dec. 2025
At least the idea animating Ella McCay is clear, even if the execution is hopelessly muddled.
—Alison Willmore, Vulture, 12 Dec. 2025
Rob signed up for a pigeon taxidermy class at a local museum, hoping for some exposure therapy, and within ten minutes had learned more about bird anatomy than in an entire college class about animating animals.
—Blair Braverman, Outside, 7 Dec. 2025
He was given the task of animating Pawbert in the maze.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 29 Nov. 2025
The cartoons proved more popular than the shirts, and soon Titmouse was animating several series for Adult Swim, including Metalocalypse and Venture Bros.
—James Grebey, Rolling Stone, 28 Nov. 2025
Verb
Artisanal, electric energy has occupied the grand bones of this intoxicating city, with young creatives animating the unbuttoned cafés and bars filling its old town’s squares—the air always hot and heavy with wafts of arancini and zucchini fritti.
—Rosalyn Wikeley, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Jan. 2026
Several union leaders remarked on how animating an issue of telework has been over the last nine months.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 23 Dec. 2025
There’s an exuberance at the record’s core, a palpable sense of enthusiasm animating these tracks.
—Dash Lewis, Pitchfork, 20 Dec. 2025
Conservative commentators Tucker Carlson and Ben Shapiro clashed over issues animating the right such as Owens, controversial live-streamer and white supremacist Nick Fuentes; and Israel.
—Stephanie Murray, AZCentral.com, 19 Dec. 2025
At least the idea animating Ella McCay is clear, even if the execution is hopelessly muddled.
—Alison Willmore, Vulture, 12 Dec. 2025
Rob signed up for a pigeon taxidermy class at a local museum, hoping for some exposure therapy, and within ten minutes had learned more about bird anatomy than in an entire college class about animating animals.
—Blair Braverman, Outside, 7 Dec. 2025
He was given the task of animating Pawbert in the maze.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 29 Nov. 2025
The cartoons proved more popular than the shirts, and soon Titmouse was animating several series for Adult Swim, including Metalocalypse and Venture Bros.
—James Grebey, Rolling Stone, 28 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for animating
Verb
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More than two-thirds believe business investment will be stronger in 2026 than in 2025, likely the result of huge spending on artificial intelligence, but also tax changes stimulating investment.—
Steve Liesman,
CNBC,
27 Jan. 2026
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Rats housed in stimulating environments filled with toys, running wheels and social interaction developed larger, more complex brains than rats kept in standard cages.—
Joanna Fong-Isariyawongse,
The Conversation,
23 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Another curiosity involving the new Star Trek series is nestled away in the end credits to the show’s remarkably timely, exhilarating and well-executed pilot.—
Joe Lynch,
Billboard,
26 Jan. 2026
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Nagahisa ultimately blends the digital with the all-too-real in innovative, haunting, formally exhilarating ways; he should be canonized alongside Jane Schoenbrun and French director duo Caroline Poggi and Jonathan Vinel.—
Blake Simons,
IndieWire,
26 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Bring to a gentle simmer; cook, stirring occasionally and reducing heat if needed, until flavors meld, 10–15 minutes.—
Chris Morocco,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
27 Jan. 2026
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Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook uncovered without stirring.—
Kelly Brant,
arkansasonline.com,
7 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Algorithms tend to prioritize emotionally arousing content, particularly anger, anxiety and outrage.—
Robin Pickering,
The Conversation,
21 Jan. 2026
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Now, Elizabeth and Michael must find a way to send her back to her time, while not arousing the suspicion of Michael’s mother and sister during their family vacation.—
Emily Longeretta,
Variety,
22 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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Cayenne owners will be able to track charging via their My Porsche app and are able to create pre-conditioning settings to meet their individual needs.—
Eileen Falkenberg-Hull,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
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Dyson also claims that the Omega nourishing collection delivers up to 94 percent stronger hair, compared to using non-conditioning shampoo on straight hair.—
Tianwei Zhang,
Footwear News,
3 Sep. 2019
Adjective
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So, the team brought in a postdoctoral researcher, Susan Gueble, MD, PhD, who is now an assistant professor of therapeutic radiology at YSM.—
Isabella Backman,
Hartford Courant,
27 Jan. 2026
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Movement does not need to look like a 'workout' to be therapeutic or beneficial.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
27 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Money-minded Venus is squaring curative Chiron, pushing you to match your spending habits with your values (without shaming yourself or others).—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
11 Jan. 2026
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While many countries around the world swear by the curative properties of their hot springs, France sets itself apart by integrating them into its healthcare system.—
Julia Webster Ayuso,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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After the University of California San Diego stopped using SAT and ACT scores in admissions beginning in 2020, the percentage of its students who placed into remedial math jumped from 1% to 12%.—
David Blobaum,
Twin Cities,
18 Jan. 2026
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According to the lawsuit, EcoIdeas has acknowledged its breach of contract and promised to take remedial action, such as filing an insurance claim and reimbursing Lola’s for losses, but has failed to follow through.—
Clark Kauffman,
Des Moines Register,
17 Jan. 2026
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“Animating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/animating. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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