firing (up)

present participle of fire (up)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for firing (up)
Verb
  • Throughout the weekend, McIlroy and other European players sparred with fans, provoking the Irish golfer in at least one instance to yell back at the crowd, while others flashed middle fingers in response to the jeers.
    Anna Lazarus Caplan, PEOPLE, 30 Sep. 2025
  • There was the invasion, the election deniers, and a leader provoking his audience to do something.
    Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 28 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Venus is wrapping up in Virgo in your adventure sector, encouraging you to expand through learning, travel, or fresh perspectives.
    Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 5 Oct. 2025
  • Croft urged schools to formally teach digital literacy and parents to reinforce it at home by encouraging keyboard use and balanced screen time.
    Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Fiber helps increase feelings of fullness by slowing digestion and stimulating the release of satiety hormones.
    Jillian Kubala, Health, 30 Sep. 2025
  • 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
Verb
  • Cook, stirring often, until lightly browned, about 6 minutes.
    Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 2 Oct. 2025
  • Cook, stirring often, until apples are slightly softened, about 8 minutes.
    Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Sep. 2025
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“Firing (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/firing%20%28up%29. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.

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