as in refreshed
made or become fresh in spirits or vigor
after a refreshing lunch, we felt energized and ready to hit the bike trail once again
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as in stimulated
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 energized
Mira Miller,
Verywell Health,
28 June 2026
But the dog days of summer stand no chance against Brandon Dorlus — as energized, motivated and driven as ever after a breakthrough second season.
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Daniel Flick,
AJC.com,
27 June 2026
His endorsement is proving to be a meaningful signal to an energized progressive base.
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Averi Harper,
ABC News,
24 June 2026
Block the light, protect the sleep and stay energized and fully present for every moment of your trip.
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Sherry McAllister,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
Eating oatmeal daily is a simple, affordable way to support your overall health and feel more energized.
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Kirsten Nunez,
Martha Stewart,
15 June 2026
This is the second of two columns focused on Hi-Mount School, a kindergarten through eighth grade Milwaukee Public School that was one of the most energized schools in MPS in the 1990s, but is now a school with low enrollment and low levels of academic success.
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Alan J. Borsuk,
jsonline.com,
12 June 2026
Scentscaping — the practice of using fragrance to shape a room’s mood — is having a moment as homeowners look for chemical-free ways to make spaces feel calm, energized or grounded.
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Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Miami Herald,
9 June 2026
The debut feature from Guillermo del Toro, Cronos tells the story of an older man (Federico Luppi) who discovers a mystical amulet that gives him a more energized, youthful demeanor — at a cost.
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Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
5 June 2026
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
29 June 2026
Whichever party holds the White House, the opposing party’s base gets energized — and in deep blue cities like New York, that energy shows up first and loudest in Democratic primaries, with those voters tilting well left of center.
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Bradley Honan,
New York Daily News,
28 June 2026
Nutritious snacks are essential for filling nutritional gaps and keeping kids energized throughout the day.
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Sherri Gordon,
Parents,
28 June 2026
The Americans came out energized in the second half and a Berhalter banger from the edge of the penalty area tied it up 2-2 in the 49th minute.
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Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
26 June 2026
That sequence aside, Pulisic's presence energized the American attack and portended well for its next match, according to his teammates.
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ABC News,
26 June 2026
Voters will be energized by Engling and Bayh in November, Uldricks said.
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Alexandra Kukulka,
Chicago Tribune,
22 June 2026
Hordes of soccer fans wearing Mexico and South Korea jerseys were walking down Olympic Boulevard energized but not alarmed in any way.
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Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
The crowd remained energized long after the match ended, reflecting the tournament atmosphere that has spread well beyond the stadium.
—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
19 June 2026
Adjective
Sleeping well is an important part of feeling energized, focused, and calm throughout the day.
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Mira Miller,
Verywell Health,
28 June 2026
But the dog days of summer stand no chance against Brandon Dorlus — as energized, motivated and driven as ever after a breakthrough second season.
—
Daniel Flick,
AJC.com,
27 June 2026
His endorsement is proving to be a meaningful signal to an energized progressive base.
—
Averi Harper,
ABC News,
24 June 2026
Block the light, protect the sleep and stay energized and fully present for every moment of your trip.
—
Sherry McAllister,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
Eating oatmeal daily is a simple, affordable way to support your overall health and feel more energized.
—
Kirsten Nunez,
Martha Stewart,
15 June 2026
This is the second of two columns focused on Hi-Mount School, a kindergarten through eighth grade Milwaukee Public School that was one of the most energized schools in MPS in the 1990s, but is now a school with low enrollment and low levels of academic success.
—
Alan J. Borsuk,
jsonline.com,
12 June 2026
Scentscaping — the practice of using fragrance to shape a room’s mood — is having a moment as homeowners look for chemical-free ways to make spaces feel calm, energized or grounded.
—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Miami Herald,
9 June 2026
The debut feature from Guillermo del Toro, Cronos tells the story of an older man (Federico Luppi) who discovers a mystical amulet that gives him a more energized, youthful demeanor — at a cost.
—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
5 June 2026
Verb
The Road Ahead I am energized by our position in the media and entertainment landscape, our diverse set of assets, our strategy and of course our culture and people.
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Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
29 June 2026
Whichever party holds the White House, the opposing party’s base gets energized — and in deep blue cities like New York, that energy shows up first and loudest in Democratic primaries, with those voters tilting well left of center.
—
Bradley Honan,
New York Daily News,
28 June 2026
Nutritious snacks are essential for filling nutritional gaps and keeping kids energized throughout the day.
—
Sherri Gordon,
Parents,
28 June 2026
The Americans came out energized in the second half and a Berhalter banger from the edge of the penalty area tied it up 2-2 in the 49th minute.
—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
26 June 2026
That sequence aside, Pulisic's presence energized the American attack and portended well for its next match, according to his teammates.
—
ABC News,
26 June 2026
Voters will be energized by Engling and Bayh in November, Uldricks said.
—
Alexandra Kukulka,
Chicago Tribune,
22 June 2026
Hordes of soccer fans wearing Mexico and South Korea jerseys were walking down Olympic Boulevard energized but not alarmed in any way.
—
Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
The crowd remained energized long after the match ended, reflecting the tournament atmosphere that has spread well beyond the stadium.
—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
19 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for energized
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Customers will also notice a refreshed visual identity.
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So the Pep Guardiola era is over, with a domestic double in the bag and a season that suggests a refreshed Manchester City are on the right lines.
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But women retain responsive desire—which comes from being stimulated, or from stimulating themselves.
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Long-term state investment in infrastructure has stimulated enterprise.
Adjective
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The revived Taste of Minnesota returns to downtown Minneapolis for the fourth year on Friday and Saturday.
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If the revived 883 Sportster is one, what’s the other?
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Antonelli versus Russell in Canada came close, but this season would feel invigorated by a bit of proper beef.
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Soaring energy prices and power shortages in Africa, triggered by the Iran war, is leading to public calls for nuclear cooperation and re-invigorated interest in long-term nuclear energy plans, which are underway in more than 20 of the 54 African countries.
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“Energized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/energized. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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