as in waking
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as in awaking
to cause to stop sleeping
be quiet or you'll awaken the kids
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as in wakening
to cease to be asleep
guests at the B and B usually awaken to the smell of fresh pancakes
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Recent Examples of awakening
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
23 Mar. 2026
The solemn Moon is stepping into Capricorn, awakening your 12th House of Solitude and Healing.
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Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
12 Mar. 2026
Through art, repetition becomes revelation — and revelation becomes awakening.
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Corky Carroll,
Oc Register,
28 Feb. 2026
While there’s no evidence the bacteria are harmful to humans, awakening microbes that have lain dormant for thousands of years may sound like the plot of a sci-fi novel or movie.
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Katie Hunt,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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As temperatures climb and trees bud with the arrival of spring, a native frog species is awakening after months being frozen and nearly dead.
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Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
23 Mar. 2026
The solemn Moon is stepping into Capricorn, awakening your 12th House of Solitude and Healing.
—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
12 Mar. 2026
Through art, repetition becomes revelation — and revelation becomes awakening.
—
Corky Carroll,
Oc Register,
28 Feb. 2026
While there’s no evidence the bacteria are harmful to humans, awakening microbes that have lain dormant for thousands of years may sound like the plot of a sci-fi novel or movie.
—
Katie Hunt,
CNN Money,
20 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for awakening
Adjective
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For example, lavender is said to have a calming effect, while citrus scents will seem more energizing and lively.
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Beyond the huge gym windows, Maharashtra is waking to another green-gold morning of bulbul birdsong and mooching mongooses.
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Facial puffiness on waking happens because lymph flow slows overnight when the body is horizontal and still, letting fluid pool in the face.
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In Hocus Pocus, Dani, her older brother Max (Omri Katz) and his crush Allison (Vinessa Shaw) have to save the children of Salem, Massachusetts after accidentally awaking the witch Sanderson sisters from their 300-year slumber.
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Tirso Ornelas’ seventh-inning grand slam triggered a late-game awaking as Triple-A El Paso beat host Sugar Land 13-2 on Wednesday.
Adjective
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Adding oils or a warm soak can increase sensitivity and make the experience both soothing and arousing.
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Squeezing lube out of a bottle until the cold goop squirts out isn't the most arousing act.
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In addition to having lofty themes, this is also a fairly rousing adventure with enough visual panache to keep any kid from fidgeting in his seat.
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The rousing and sudden cheer on the par-3 seventh sounded as though Clark had just hit it close.
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Sensory gardens with calming nature sounds, plants kids are welcome to touch and benches are available to help guests reset in a less stimulating environment.
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Morning or daytime sessions support your circadian rhythm because red light is mitochondrially stimulating and late-night use can disrupt sleep.
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“Awakening.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/awakening. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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