COMMOVES Synonyms: 26 Similar and Opposite Words

commoves

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present tense third-person singular of commove

as in stimulates

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The percussive vibration unclogs impurities and excess sebum while the accompanying massage motion stimulates blood microcirculation and supports lymphatic drainage—exactly the mechanisms Cirino prioritizes in his professional treatments.

— Tanya Akim, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
This could be because glycolic acid stimulates collagen production and cell turnover and proliferation (the production of new skin cells).

— Laura Dorwart, Health, 22 July 2026

Definition of stimulates

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Show donors the real people, cultures, youth and communities their support uplifts.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
Senior second baseman MaKayla Van Vossen, a DePaul recruit who returned to that position after playing shortstop earlier in the season, said Beals uplifts teammates.

— Michael Osipoff, Chicago Tribune, 11 June 2026

Definition of uplifts

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One of the places that inspires her most is her family’s home in Sagaponack, designed by Elsa Soyars.

— Amanda Lauren, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
Jimothy inspires artists around the country Jimothy has been an inspiration to many, evidenced by all the artists who have paid homage to him in their medium of choice.

— Drew Pittock, USA Today, 25 July 2026

Definition of inspires

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That prompted Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara last February to call on insurers to pay 100% of their policyholders’ contents coverage limits without a detailed inventory, noting some already did.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 3 Feb. 2026
The cooler chills contents down to -4 degrees Fahrenheit, so there is no need for ice!

— Nora Colomer may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom., FOXNews.com, 23 Aug. 2024

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