as in encouraging
to rouse to strong feeling or action
the obvious intent of the documentary was to impassion viewers to do something about global warming
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The company shares live trades and commentary with members, encouraging them to study entries, exits, and risk levels as markets move.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
1 Feb. 2026 -
Each room offered a distinct sonic environment, encouraging guests to explore and engage with the artworks.—
Ryma Chikhoune,
Footwear News,
1 Feb. 2026
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Officials’ insistence that citizens who record agents are provoking violent retribution is a justification for what is becoming a very literal war on truth.—
Jonathan Chait,
The Atlantic,
25 Jan. 2026
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In the main event of SmackDown, Trick Williams defeated Damian Priest by DQ after provoking Sami Zayn.—
Alfred Konuwa,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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That’s because immigration helps revitalize neighborhoods by stimulating the local economy and strengthening community organization.—
Aubrey Jackson Soller,
Baltimore Sun,
3 Feb. 2026
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Doing so requires stimulating the muscles in a way that encourages hypertrophy, or muscle growth.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
1 Feb. 2026
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Bring to a gentle simmer; cook, stirring occasionally and reducing heat if needed, until flavors meld, 10–15 minutes.—
Chris Morocco,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
27 Jan. 2026
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Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook uncovered without stirring.—
Kelly Brant,
arkansasonline.com,
7 Jan. 2025
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“Impassioning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/impassioning. Accessed 8 Feb. 2026.
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