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verb

present participle of galvanize

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Recent Examples of galvanizing
Verb
As the courtroom developments unfolded, there were signs that the mayor's troubles were galvanizing opposition against Erdogan's government, which has run Turkey for 22 years. Fox News, 23 Mar. 2025 Retaining talent In the early excitement of the startup stage, galvanizing a new team with a vision and mission is relatively easy. Alison Coleman, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025 Cramming in incident after incident but without the galvanizing energy that De Niro’s usual mob film collaborator Martin Scorsese would have brought to it, The Alto Knights resembles a television miniseries that’s been chopped up for theatrical consumption. Frank Scheck, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Mar. 2025 Yet to suggest that the Supreme Court did not go far enough, fast enough in galvanizing racially constructive change in American schools after Brown is one thing. Justin Driver, The Atlantic, 15 Mar. 2025 The day cannot be far distant, one then guesses, when the hard, grinding work of fiscal recovery must be taken up by serious people looking for a galvanizing issue. Neal B. Freeman, National Review, 13 Mar. 2025 While this might seem deeply depressing, Dent's feverishly alive response to a personal and public health emergency is still galvanizing and instructive in its honesty, bravery, and anger. Alissa Quart, TIME, 13 Mar. 2025 The statue will be a tribute to Lee's role in galvanizing the local community to understand its own history, according to CHSA. Shawna Chen, Axios, 7 Mar. 2025 The Bergers have described their mission as galvanizing political allies to take action. Joshua Kaplan, ProPublica, 28 Feb. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for galvanizing
Adjective
  • Set atop a hill with a breathtaking view over the city, Kiyomizu-dera offered us a beautiful blend of history, culture, nature, and spirituality—all in one unforgettable stop.
    Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 14 July 2025
  • First images reveal stunning cosmic details The first images show breathtaking views of the Trifid Nebula and Lagoon Nebula, captured over a seven-hour period.
    Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 14 July 2025
Verb
  • Elsewhere in the interview, the Australian actress revealed that the movie — in which Kidman plays a woman having an affair with a younger man — was thrilling for her.
    Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
  • With such fine margins at play, a thrilling title race is effectively guaranteed.
    Neel Shelat, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • Replace apprehension with an exciting conversation about what’s possible, and then invest in training and skills development to help your talent thrive in the new AI era.
    Ronald Alepian, Forbes.com, 16 July 2025
  • Golden State looks to bounce back from an exciting 104-102 loss to the Las Vegas Aces on Saturday.
    Kilty Cleary, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 July 2025
Verb
  • The survey also touches on challenges residents face in electrifying their homes by using electric appliances and equipment such as induction cooktops, heat pump water heaters, and heat pump air conditioning and heating systems.
    Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 13 Apr. 2025
  • In 2024, voters passed 46 of 53 ballot measures for funding public transit, providing $25 billion for projects like electrifying bus fleets, expanding service hours, subsidizing fares for low-income riders and other initiatives.
    Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN Money, 10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • That brings up the interesting idea that the Red Sox could trade Chapman and still try to contend this year.
    Zach Pressnell, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 July 2025
  • Today, the company prides itself on continuously adding to their menu with interesting doughnut variations and collaborations.
    Rachel Flynn, People.com, 15 July 2025
Adjective
  • The ability to inspire, motivate, and move with conviction is essential and inspiring.
    Teresa Hopke, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025
  • Virginia contains mountains, vineyards, small towns, luxury hotels, artistic hubs, and some of the most inspiring culinary scenes on the East Coast.
    Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 12 July 2025
Adjective
  • General Manager Ryan Poles used trades and free agency to overhaul the middle of the offensive line, then selected intriguing targets Colston Loveland and Luther Burden III in the draft.
    Phil Rogers, Forbes.com, 16 July 2025
  • Actually, one of the more intriguing names became available Monday, with the Wizards waiving Richaun Holmes.
    Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 15 July 2025
Adjective
  • Director James Gunn has created a highly enjoyable adventure in a busy universe that feels electric and meaningful.
    Brian Truitt, USA Today, 12 July 2025
  • These safety devices, most often found in kitchens and bathrooms, quickly shut off power when a problem is detected to protect you from electric shocks.
    The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 July 2025

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