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her galvanic rendition of the song received rapturous applause
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Recent Examples of galvanic
The miniature pacemaker is composed of two electrodes that, when in contact with the body’s fluids, form a type of battery called a galvanic cell, which converts chemical energy into electrical energy used to stimulate the heartbeat.
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Margherita Bassi, Smithsonian Magazine, 4 Apr. 2025
World’s smallest pacemaker is activated by light This tiny pacemaker is powered by a galvanic cell, which transforms chemical energy derived from biofluids in contact with it inside the body into pulses of electricity sent to the heart through two metal electrodes.
—New Atlas, 4 Apr. 2025
Instead its body functions as a simple type of battery called a galvanic cell—the two electrodes, made of different combinations of magnesium, zinc and molybdenum, react with the naturally occurring electrolytes in bodily fluids to produce an electric current.
—Payal Dhar, Scientific American, 2 Apr. 2025
Today, that solution is something called galvanic isolation.
—Wally Rippel, IEEE Spectrum, 4 Mar. 2025
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Margherita Bassi, Smithsonian Magazine, 4 Apr. 2025
World’s smallest pacemaker is activated by light This tiny pacemaker is powered by a galvanic cell, which transforms chemical energy derived from biofluids in contact with it inside the body into pulses of electricity sent to the heart through two metal electrodes.
—New Atlas, 4 Apr. 2025
Instead its body functions as a simple type of battery called a galvanic cell—the two electrodes, made of different combinations of magnesium, zinc and molybdenum, react with the naturally occurring electrolytes in bodily fluids to produce an electric current.
—Payal Dhar, Scientific American, 2 Apr. 2025
Today, that solution is something called galvanic isolation.
—Wally Rippel, IEEE Spectrum, 4 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for galvanic
Adjective
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That prevented a walk-off fielder’s choice and set the stage for the equally breathtaking play that ensued.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
2 Nov. 2025
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Given how much of the story takes place in a confined setting, when one character launches themselves across a table to attack another, the moment is breathtaking.—
Shirley Li,
The Atlantic,
31 Oct. 2025
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Hurricane season, monsoons, and extreme heat can all impact your trip, and while some holidays add an exciting dose of flavor, others may shut down key attractions or restaurants.—
Jim Augerinos,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Oct. 2025
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Chalotra still excels at giving Yennefer a desperate rage that makes her sorceress scenes visceral and exciting.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
30 Oct. 2025
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Beat butter and 1/2 cup of the sugar in a large bowl with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, 3 to 4 minutes.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
3 Nov. 2025
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Refrain from entering water that might carry an electric current and avoid walking through floodwaters.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
3 Nov. 2025
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So to step away from that consciously is interesting.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
28 Oct. 2025
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Venkatakrishnan said leaders’ responsibility is not just to use AI for productivity, but to empower people to take on bigger, more interesting, and more valuable work.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
28 Oct. 2025
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Additionally, there is Zoltan (Danny Woodburn), the fan-favorite dwarf with some rather thrilling skills, and several others to round out the already expansive cast.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
30 Oct. 2025
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The Jets pulled off a thrilling comeback in the fourth quarter to knock off the Cincinnati Bengals 39-38 on the road in Week 8.—
Jordan Sigler,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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In the remote northeast corner of Utah, Powder Haven has quietly become one of the most intriguing experiments in luxury ski real estate.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
29 Oct. 2025
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Here’s what the science actually shows about this intriguing fungus – and why moderation and caution still matter.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
29 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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For five electrifying days, Red Bull took over Los Angeles for the Red Bull Dance Your Style Finals.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
28 Oct. 2025
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Each storm sparked a wave of scientific inquiry, until, in the early twentieth century, scientists finally understood why electrifying societies had grown precariously vulnerable to environmental upheavals on the Sun.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Oct. 2025
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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
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“Galvanic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/galvanic. Accessed 4 Nov. 2025.
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