filliping

verb

present participle of fillip
as in stimulating
to give life, vigor, or spirit to used a splash of orange-flavored liqueur to fillip the otherwise ordinary cranberry sauce

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  1. stimulating
  2. stirring
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  • Key Takeaways Collagen supplements help improve bone mineral density, strength, and structure by stimulating new bone tissue and reducing bone breakdown.
    — Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 31 July 2026
  • Even people with long, strong strands look for ways to add thickness, whether through a scalp serum, follicle-stimulating oil, or volume-boosting mousse.
    — Kaelin Dodge, InStyle, 30 July 2026
Definition of stimulating
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  • Cook gently over low heat for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent scorching the bottom of the pot.
    — Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 July 2026
  • The Sun in your 4th House of Home opposes Pluto in your 10th House of Career, stirring pressure around family needs, professional expectations, privacy, and control.
    — Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 July 2026
Definition of stirring
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“Filliping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/filliping. Accessed 4 Aug. 2026.

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