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galvanizing

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verb

present participle of galvanize

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of galvanizing
Adjective
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 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
Verb
Weekly Newsletter The Seneca Falls Convention, too, was more of a preceding event than a galvanizing moment. Liz Tracey, JSTOR Daily, 26 Sep. 2025 France recognized Palestinian statehood on Monday at the start of a high-profile meeting at the United Nations aimed at galvanizing support for a two-state solution to the Mideast conflict. Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 24 Sep. 2025 That segment, no less pointed than the monologue but pitched in a much sillier tone, proved an ideal bridge between Kimmel’s galvanizing monologue and the rest of his show, which receded back into a comfortable normal. Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 24 Sep. 2025 Nvidia jumped up by more than 3%, galvanizing its $4 trillion market cap. Jeff Kilburg, CNBC, 19 Sep. 2025 The assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk is having a galvanizing effect on the conservative movement as both parties prepare for next year’s midterm elections. Julia Manchester, The Hill, 17 Sep. 2025 Kirk spoke in support of Trump at the 2024 Republican National Convention and is credited with galvanizing young people toward conservatism through his organization, Turning Point USA, The Hill reported. Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2025 Charlie Kirk's influence with young conservatives was far reaching, galvanizing supporters in person and online like few others. ABC News, 14 Sep. 2025 The plaque used the words magical, alluring, galvanizing and adventurous, and their initials spelled MAGA. Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 12 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for galvanizing
Adjective
  • Against this backdrop of global excellence, the Saudi Red Sea is notable for its unique blend of luxury, adventure, and authenticity along its breathtaking 1,000-plus-mile (1,800-kilometer) Red Sea coastline.
    Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 26 Sep. 2025
  • Their lot perched above the Pacific, with a view that stretches to Catalina Island, is too breathtaking to give up.
    Bloomberg, Mercury News, 26 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The natural world is thrilling Dan Sheehan this week.
    Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 26 Sep. 2025
  • Advertisement Wayward is equal parts thrilling and devastating, especially considering the very real industry that inspired the show.
    Erin McMullen, Time, 25 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • This Thursday’s episode of The Run-Through covers a lot of exciting ground.
    Vogue, Vogue, 25 Sep. 2025
  • Milk is a classic cookie counterpart, but Addison also recommends a side of Greek yogurt for something a little more exciting (and surprising).
    Audrey Bruno, SELF, 25 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • In the book, readers hear from many of golf’s biggest names — Tiger’s caddie, his coach, his opponents, his idols, and others, all offering fresh insight into the electrifying highs of his victories and the obstacles on and off the course that threatened his relentless pursuit of perfection.
    Matt Grobar, Deadline, 26 Sep. 2025
  • The ukulele virtuoso returns for another electrifying performance.
    Jake Richardson, Mercury News, 22 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • The bottom line There are worthwhile pieces at the top of the lineup and some interesting additions to the mix, but the Islanders’ biggest reasons for long-term, legitimate excitement are Schaefer’s arrival and a fresh approach in the front office that has already seemed to pay dividends.
    The Athletic NHL, New York Times, 24 Sep. 2025
  • At 32 years old, Weaver is unlikely to receive a long-term deal, so his free agency will be interesting in terms of length and value for a pitcher past his prime looking to convert back from the bullpen to the starting rotation.
    Andrew Wright, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Flower Beauty's customers have noticed the brand's dwindling online presence for a while now; the Flower Beauty Instagram hasn't been updated since the end of 2024, inspiring comments from fans asking why specific products haven't been restocked.
    Kara Nesvig, Allure, 26 Sep. 2025
  • Those are fine, inspiring words.
    Patricia Lopez, Mercury News, 26 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Making the succession more intriguing, Catz has been elevated to the board of directors with a previously unheard-of title, while founder Larry Ellison continues as chairman of the board and chief technology officer, but with duties that are by no means transparent.
    Geoff Colvin, Fortune, 24 Sep. 2025
  • Then the story got bigger, more intriguing and human.
    Marta Balaga, Variety, 24 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • How electric will that be for our kids?
    Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Sep. 2025
  • Ad spending from big auto companies has been in flux since the coronavirus pandemic, according to various TV ad-sales executives, as manufacturers struggled with supply chain issues, and then how much of their product lines to convert to electric vehicles.
    Brian Steinberg, Variety, 29 Sep. 2025

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“Galvanizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/galvanizing. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.

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