as in creating
to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind)
a reinstitution of the draft would catalyze protests around the country
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Recent Examples of catalyzing
Moreover, Elliott also has a robust history of catalyzing strategic outcomes at REITs.
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Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 30 Aug. 2025
The researchers also recovered most of that catalyzing salt by filtering the solution after the process was completed.
—Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2025
One tool for catalyzing this kind of higher-level adaptability is to cultivate an external perspective.
—David Michels, Forbes.com, 27 Mar. 2025
The bicycle brought personal transport to the masses for the first time, catalyzing disruptive societal change.
—Mike Hanlon, New Atlas, 18 Mar. 2025
This is especially true once clever Mercury enters your creativity zone on March 3, catalyzing a fun and playful flow of ideas.
—Nina Kahn, StyleCaster, 24 Feb. 2025
Back then, the startup was catalyzing the race to the bottom in fees by offering commission-free trading.
—Hank Tucker, Forbes, 18 Feb. 2025
This prosperity can then feed back to communities catalyzing further growth and reducing costs.
—Rose Marcario, TIME, 16 Jan. 2025
Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 30 Aug. 2025
The researchers also recovered most of that catalyzing salt by filtering the solution after the process was completed.
—Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2025
One tool for catalyzing this kind of higher-level adaptability is to cultivate an external perspective.
—David Michels, Forbes.com, 27 Mar. 2025
The bicycle brought personal transport to the masses for the first time, catalyzing disruptive societal change.
—Mike Hanlon, New Atlas, 18 Mar. 2025
This is especially true once clever Mercury enters your creativity zone on March 3, catalyzing a fun and playful flow of ideas.
—Nina Kahn, StyleCaster, 24 Feb. 2025
Back then, the startup was catalyzing the race to the bottom in fees by offering commission-free trading.
—Hank Tucker, Forbes, 18 Feb. 2025
This prosperity can then feed back to communities catalyzing further growth and reducing costs.
—Rose Marcario, TIME, 16 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for catalyzing
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Or those who know the difference between a smudging brush and a blending brush and how to use them when creating a smoky eye.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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Improving efficiency in cooling systems reduces leaks, lowers energy use, and extends product life, creating both environmental and financial savings.—
Dianne Plummer,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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Tyler Robinson was also arrested on charges of obstruction of justice and the felony discharge of a firearm causing serious bodily injury, authorities said.—
Bobby Allyn,
NPR,
14 Sep. 2025
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Taxes at that level were essentially a blockade on commerce between the world's two largest economies, causing worries about global growth that led to negotiations that ratcheted down the tariffs being levied by both nations.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 Sep. 2025
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Oracle & Artificial Intelligence All signs point to artificial intelligence as being a transformative tool for businesses and households, generating substantial economic benefits.—
Bill Stone,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Why Healthcare Needs a Data Overhaul Healthcare systems are generating more data than ever before, from electronic health records and lab results to imaging scans, insurance claims, and even patient updates from wearable devices.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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Moreover, this should help in bringing accessibility insights and considerations directly to the attention of important decision-makers who may have previously viewed digital accessibility as a side issue or compliance distraction that can solely be addressed by niche vendors.—
Gus Alexiou,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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At least 50,000 reservists are to be called up for the operation, bringing the total troop strength to 120,000.—
Robert Birsel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Sep. 2025
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Last week, Reuters reported that Pulte’s own father and stepmother had declared two homes in two different states as their primary residence, prompting a town in Michigan to remove a tax exemption for their home there and charge the couple for back taxes.—
Chris Prentice,
USA Today,
14 Sep. 2025
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Last week, Reuters reported that Pulte’s own father and stepmother had declared two homes in two different states as their primary residence, prompting a town in Michigan to remove a tax exemption for their home there and charge the couple for back taxes.—
Reuters 1 hr 34 min ago,
CNN Money,
13 Sep. 2025
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Jack Cultivated a Tangible Vision Jack had a clear vision for producing a unique style of whiskey.—
Chip Bell,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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That’s Liberty and the oil industry aim to survive for longer—fewer trucks, fewer rigs and fleets, fewer people, fewer emissions—fewer of everything, while producing the same or greater results.—
Jordan Blum,
Fortune,
14 Sep. 2025
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In doing so, Martin implicated billionaire bankers, major American corporations, and Colombia’s political elite.—
Martin Suarez,
Rolling Stone,
13 Sep. 2025
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Back on the balcony, the magician was doing his best to charm basketball players Devin Booker and Jordan Clarkson with card tricks.—
Kristen Tauer,
Footwear News,
13 Sep. 2025
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The movie gained a huge following during the 1980s home video era, spawning multiple sequels, a beloved TV series, and an enduring fanbase.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
11 Sep. 2025
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Over time, it's only woven itself deeper into the fabric of American cultural consciousness, spawning new memes, mottos, and social media trends each year.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Catalyzing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/catalyzing. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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