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
The Atlantic, 10 Feb. 2026
As philosopher Hannah Arendt observed, authoritarianism does not require the abolition of institutions, only the erosion of their animating principles.
—Alejandro Reyes, Washington Post, 3 Feb. 2026
That anything-for-a-laugh ethos is not a flaw in his canon but its animating principle.
—Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 30 Jan. 2026
An attentive close reader can harness the self-animating resources of language to awaken clichés not only in the writing of others, but also in his own.
—Katie Kadue, Harpers Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
The animating drama of the documentary doesn’t hinge just on whether Honnold will emerge from climbing El Cap with life and limb intact but, also, on whether documenting his ascent is even appropriate—a question that members of the film crew, who are all climbers themselves, grapple with onscreen.
—Naomi Fry, New Yorker, 26 Jan. 2026
But the fundamental grievances animating protesters haven’t gone away.
—Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 16 Jan. 2026
What was the process like animating it?
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 15 Jan. 2026
Politicians all along the ideological spectrum are in agreement on the big issue currently animating Americans.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 14 Jan. 2026
Verb
The main question animating Tyrangiel’s reporting is whether and how quickly workers ought to expect artificial intelligence to take their jobs.
—The Atlantic, 10 Feb. 2026
As philosopher Hannah Arendt observed, authoritarianism does not require the abolition of institutions, only the erosion of their animating principles.
—Alejandro Reyes, Washington Post, 3 Feb. 2026
That anything-for-a-laugh ethos is not a flaw in his canon but its animating principle.
—Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 30 Jan. 2026
An attentive close reader can harness the self-animating resources of language to awaken clichés not only in the writing of others, but also in his own.
—Katie Kadue, Harpers Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
The animating drama of the documentary doesn’t hinge just on whether Honnold will emerge from climbing El Cap with life and limb intact but, also, on whether documenting his ascent is even appropriate—a question that members of the film crew, who are all climbers themselves, grapple with onscreen.
—Naomi Fry, New Yorker, 26 Jan. 2026
But the fundamental grievances animating protesters haven’t gone away.
—Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 16 Jan. 2026
What was the process like animating it?
—Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 15 Jan. 2026
Politicians all along the ideological spectrum are in agreement on the big issue currently animating Americans.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 14 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for animating
Verb
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Your 3rd House of Communication receives a stimulating Solar Eclipse, creating a fresh channel for neighborhood ties and the everyday conversations that keep life moving.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Feb. 2026
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Key Takeaways Dandelion tea helps digestion and gut health by protecting liver health, stimulating bile production, and supporting a healthy microbiome (community of microbes in the gut).—
Cory Martin,
Verywell Health,
17 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Oliver is intoxicating and exhilarating to watch.—
Kathleen Newman-Bremang,
Refinery29,
12 Feb. 2026
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Sunday’s race — in all its freezing, exhilarating, emotional glory — is not about speed or perfection.—
Mark Woods,
Florida Times-Union,
6 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The dynamic Sun in your 10th House of Career and Status squares rebellious Uranus in your 1st House of Identity, stirring shifts in your visibility.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Feb. 2026
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Curiosity widens your world as the intuitive Moon enters your 9th House of Higher Learning, stirring questions about subjects and plans that reach beyond your daily routine.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 Feb. 2026
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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The therapy tested in the organoids belongs to a class of supramolecular therapeutic peptides.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Feb. 2026
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Consistent intake in the right dose is what delivers the therapeutic benefits often highlighted in studies.—
Lauren Manaker,
SELF,
17 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Signature massages use organic oils from the Almescar tree, derived from a bioactive resin which acts as a natural insect repellent, curative panacea, and incense.—
Stephanie Rafanelli,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Feb. 2026
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Vertex executives warned that Casgevy, its curative treatment for sickle cell disease, would be slow to reach patients.—
Jason Mast,
STAT,
5 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Judge Biery’s footnote directing readers to Blackstone’s commentaries and Magna Carta may be intended to give a remedial lesson to members of the administration.—
A.O. Scott,
New York Times,
3 Feb. 2026
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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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“Animating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/animating. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
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