as in stimulating
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 energizing
Meredith G. White, AZCentral.com, 1 Oct. 2025
Meanwhile, Mercury and later the sun will slither through Scorpio, energizing your creative and romantic sector, sparking ideas and potential passion projects.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
In spring and fall, players raved about their love for the energizing Williams.
—Arkansas Online, 30 Sep. 2025
Working with producer Brendan O’Brien on the band’s latest album, Is, was energizing — though O’Brien wouldn’t hesitate to dismiss potential tracks.
—Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone, 30 Sep. 2025
Mars, your co-ruler, has already been in your sign, energizing your sector of self, since September 22.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 30 Sep. 2025
Behind the Studio Design Process Between an energizing color scheme and a stunning view of the NYC skyline behind the hosts' desk, the new and improved Studio 57 is full of intentional design choices.
—Halee Miller Van Ryswyk, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Sep. 2025
When the Liberty return fresh from halftime, the crowd, too, is revitalized from Ellie’s energizing halftime show.
—Marc Williams, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 Sep. 2025
Anni Albers was one of the foremost textile designers of the 20th century, innovating single-weave designs and expanding the use of color into new materials, energizing fresh possibilities.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 19 Sep. 2025
Adjective
All the same rules as seeing a movie in a theater apply, combined with the same energizing feelings a live concert gives.
—Meredith G. White, AZCentral.com, 1 Oct. 2025
Meanwhile, Mercury and later the sun will slither through Scorpio, energizing your creative and romantic sector, sparking ideas and potential passion projects.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
In spring and fall, players raved about their love for the energizing Williams.
—Arkansas Online, 30 Sep. 2025
Working with producer Brendan O’Brien on the band’s latest album, Is, was energizing — though O’Brien wouldn’t hesitate to dismiss potential tracks.
—Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone, 30 Sep. 2025
Mars, your co-ruler, has already been in your sign, energizing your sector of self, since September 22.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 30 Sep. 2025
Behind the Studio Design Process Between an energizing color scheme and a stunning view of the NYC skyline behind the hosts' desk, the new and improved Studio 57 is full of intentional design choices.
—Halee Miller Van Ryswyk, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Sep. 2025
When the Liberty return fresh from halftime, the crowd, too, is revitalized from Ellie’s energizing halftime show.
—Marc Williams, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 Sep. 2025
Anni Albers was one of the foremost textile designers of the 20th century, innovating single-weave designs and expanding the use of color into new materials, energizing fresh possibilities.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 19 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for energizing
Verb
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Fiber helps increase feelings of fullness by slowing digestion and stimulating the release of satiety hormones.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
30 Sep. 2025
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Another highlight of the month is Pluto’s shift direct in Aquarius on October 13, which supercharges your joy sector, stimulating feelings of romance, creativity, play, and pleasure.—
Dossé-Via Trenou,
Refinery29,
30 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Hungary provides an inspiring example as country of honor thanks to its strong track-record in preservation and circulation through events such as the Budapest Classic Film Marathon.—
Lise Pedersen,
Variety,
3 Oct. 2025
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In an inspiring act of kindness and generosity, tournament angler Tripp Berlinsky turned the biggest win of his college fishing career into an opportunity to give back.—
Dac Collins,
Outdoor Life,
2 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Award-winning filmmaker duo Sam Pollard and Daniel Junge dive into the untold legacy of this uniquely inspirational artist whose outspoken voice and lyrics influenced a generation.—
Christian Blauvelt,
IndieWire,
30 Sep. 2025
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How to Make Apple Cider Caramels The inspirational viral recipe comes from TikTok creator @chezlucie.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Hot Ones host Sean Evans delivered a poignant motivational speech during a surprise appearance on popular Twitch streamer Kai Cenat’s Mafiathon 3 livestream on Wednesday, offering insight and advice related to patience and perseverance wrapped in his signature down-to-earth style.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
27 Sep. 2025
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Beyond its use as a motivational tool, the Army of Drones program allows the high command in Kyiv to adjust the targets their forces prioritize.—
Simon Shuster,
Time,
24 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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In fact, this was a galvanizing moment in my relationship with Brian Grazer that ultimately would lead us to launch a company.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
13 Aug. 2025
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Mamdani’s victory in the financial capital of the world was seen as a galvanizing moment for the progressive wing of the party and a sign of an insurgent mood among its base.—
Solcyré Burga,
Time,
10 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Carrie Bradshaw, frankly, has always been a mess — a beautiful, cringe-inducing, selfish, couture-wearing mess.—
Lyz Lenz,
Rolling Stone,
16 Aug. 2025
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“Energizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/energizing. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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