as in stimulated
to give life, vigor, or spirit to
an intentionally provocative comment that was supposed to jump-start the discussion
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Recent Examples of jump-started
That’s partially due to bandleader Caspian Honeywell’s time on the circuit in the defunct anarchist group Blackbird Raum, who jump-started the folk-punk movement almost 20 years ago.
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Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 23 Feb. 2026
Houston went 3-0 in Mills’ three starts, which jump-started a nine-game winning streak to end the regular season.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 21 Feb. 2026
The event jump-started the spring season with a parade of teams, a ceremonial first pitch thrown by 12-year-old Penny Clemens, and a dance party, according to a news release.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Feb. 2026
Jones jump-started his bid with a $10 million check of his own.
—Adam Beam, AJC.com, 5 Feb. 2026
For this season, Claesson jump-started Meeks’ development by naming her a captain.
—Paul Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 3 Feb. 2026
Gorilla Glass’s revival from an earlier, shelved technology to an essential smartphone accessory was jump-started by Apple’s request for a collaboration.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 21 Jan. 2026
For an offense that had struggled to generate the big play, Nicholas’ career day of 187 yards and two touchdowns on seven catches jump-started what was a lifeless offense the week prior against Temple.
—Hunter Bailey, Charlotte Observer, 25 Oct. 2025
Sha Na Na's appearance at Woodstock jump-started a career that included several albums and their own eponymous variety show in 1977, per NYT.
—Diane J. Cho, PEOPLE, 11 Oct. 2025
Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 23 Feb. 2026
Houston went 3-0 in Mills’ three starts, which jump-started a nine-game winning streak to end the regular season.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 21 Feb. 2026
The event jump-started the spring season with a parade of teams, a ceremonial first pitch thrown by 12-year-old Penny Clemens, and a dance party, according to a news release.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Feb. 2026
Jones jump-started his bid with a $10 million check of his own.
—Adam Beam, AJC.com, 5 Feb. 2026
For this season, Claesson jump-started Meeks’ development by naming her a captain.
—Paul Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 3 Feb. 2026
Gorilla Glass’s revival from an earlier, shelved technology to an essential smartphone accessory was jump-started by Apple’s request for a collaboration.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 21 Jan. 2026
For an offense that had struggled to generate the big play, Nicholas’ career day of 187 yards and two touchdowns on seven catches jump-started what was a lifeless offense the week prior against Temple.
—Hunter Bailey, Charlotte Observer, 25 Oct. 2025
Sha Na Na's appearance at Woodstock jump-started a career that included several albums and their own eponymous variety show in 1977, per NYT.
—Diane J. Cho, PEOPLE, 11 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for jump-started
stimulated
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Turn mealtime into braintime with this interactive puzzle toy that keeps dogs engaged, entertained and mentally stimulated.—
Kasey Caminiti,
USA Today,
20 Feb. 2026
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Among the best places to visit in Puerto Rico are its rare bioluminescent bays, where the water appears to glow at night thanks to microscopic organisms that are stimulated by movement.—
Patricia Doherty,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Jump-started.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jump-started. Accessed 28 Feb. 2026.
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