gingering (up)

present participle of ginger (up)
as in stimulating
to give life, vigor, or spirit to find some human-interest anecdotes that will ginger up this news article on the recent downturn in the economy

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stimulating
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  • Later in life, tretinoin is equally sought after for its ability to improve the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines, and discoloration by stimulating skin-cell turnover.
    Kelsey Stewart, Allure, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Learning new skills, playing word games and having stimulating hobbies like reading or puzzles keeps the mind sharp.
    Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 14 Aug. 2026
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“Gingering (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gingering%20%28up%29. Accessed 25 Aug. 2026.

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