as in to excite
to cause a pleasurable stimulation of the feelings
theatergoers were galvanized by the actor's powerhouse performance as Hamlet
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Recent Examples of galvanize
Somewhat ironically, this analog movement has been galvanized by its trendiness on social media.
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Kaitlyn Huamani, Chicago Tribune, 9 Mar. 2026
One Battle After Another is an absurd epic for our absurd times, blending tense action with galvanizing politics, unexpected slapstick, and heartfelt family drama.
—Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 7 Mar. 2026
The new and old faces added in recent weeks have helped galvanize a group that has often seemed disconnected.
—Jon Krawczynski, New York Times, 6 Mar. 2026
Holding out Ireland galvanized Wales.
—ABC News, 6 Mar. 2026
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Kaitlyn Huamani, Chicago Tribune, 9 Mar. 2026
One Battle After Another is an absurd epic for our absurd times, blending tense action with galvanizing politics, unexpected slapstick, and heartfelt family drama.
—Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 7 Mar. 2026
The new and old faces added in recent weeks have helped galvanize a group that has often seemed disconnected.
—Jon Krawczynski, New York Times, 6 Mar. 2026
Holding out Ireland galvanized Wales.
—ABC News, 6 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for galvanize
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Marlee herself is an ace writer, excited by the possibility of exploring character depth, and willing to break down a draft of her script, in order to create a better one.—
Heide Janssen,
Oc Register,
15 Mar. 2026
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Also in the audience were members of Jones’ family, including Quincy Jones III (QD3) and Martina Jones, excited to celebrate their father’s legacy.—
Annie Harrigan,
Billboard,
15 Mar. 2026
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Fans of the show were thrilled to learn that Sandra Bernhard, Helena Bonham Carter, Steve Coogan, and Vincent Cassel would be checking in for the series' latest chapter.—
Margot Blaise,
Vanity Fair,
18 Mar. 2026
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What starts as a series that aims to subvert the heist genre at every turn – amped with thrilling life-or-death stakes, family dynamics, and explosive action – gives birth to an exploration of what drives us, sustains us, and ultimately destroys us.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
18 Mar. 2026
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First, Zumwinkle electrified the crowd her ninth goal of the season.—
Theodore Tollefson,
Twin Cities,
19 Mar. 2026
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Because of their small yet robust makeup, the Rice researchers realized that they could be used to replace metal heater coils to improve efficiency and help the move to electrify the industrial heating process.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
15 Mar. 2026
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The restaurant’s culinary language infuses Mediterranean (largely French Riviera flavors) inspired dishes and Japanese ingredients and cooking techniques—all with sustainability in mind.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Mar. 2026
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The new way could be inspiring people.—
Magi Helena,
Dallas Morning News,
20 Mar. 2026
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“Galvanize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/galvanize. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.
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