as in to stimulate
to give life, vigor, or spirit to
a teacher who knows how to energize history lessons with little-known but interesting facts about long-ago people
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Recent Examples of energize
Still, the return of Williams and Parks is likely to energize longtime viewers, while Bailey's presence as a friend adds another layer of familiarity.
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Cbs News Atlanta Digital Team, CBS News, 25 Feb. 2026
Gavin Newsom is in his final year as governor of California, but lately he's been touring the country to energize voters ahead of the midterm elections.
—Ailsa Chang, NPR, 24 Feb. 2026
Dutcher could slide some chess pieces around the board to energize his team.
—Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Feb. 2026
March 21 – April 19 Your words set an energizing tone.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 23 Feb. 2026
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Cbs News Atlanta Digital Team, CBS News, 25 Feb. 2026
Gavin Newsom is in his final year as governor of California, but lately he's been touring the country to energize voters ahead of the midterm elections.
—Ailsa Chang, NPR, 24 Feb. 2026
Dutcher could slide some chess pieces around the board to energize his team.
—Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Feb. 2026
March 21 – April 19 Your words set an energizing tone.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 23 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for energize
stimulate
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Broccoli, cauliflower, artichoke, endive, dandelion, cabbage, and chicory contain bitter compounds that stimulate bile production, which supports fat digestion, waste elimination, and hormonal balance—indirectly helping manage acid load.—
Mélanie Defouilloy,
Vogue,
24 Feb. 2026
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Part your hair in sections and dispense the product along the scalp, then massage it in for 30 to 60 seconds to help boost absorption and stimulate circulation.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
24 Feb. 2026
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“Energize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/energize. Accessed 27 Feb. 2026.
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