1
as in stabbed
to penetrate or hold (something) with a pointed object
scorpions use their stinger-equipped tails to spike their prey
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2
as in stimulated
to give life, vigor, or spirit to
he spiked what otherwise would have been a dry economic lecture with some jokes and anecdotes
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Recent Examples of spiked
Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 29 Sep. 2025
Large chains or spiked jewelry.
—Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 23 Sep. 2025
Scott Schnipper, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2025
Start with the Fresh Start Gel Facial Cleanser, an everyday face wash spiked with polyhydroxy acid (PHA) to balance the skin's oil production and curb breakouts.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 9 Oct. 2025
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Verb
No spiked iPads or fiery exchanges with his head coach.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 29 Sep. 2025
Large chains or spiked jewelry.
—Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 23 Sep. 2025
Adjective
Another signal traders will watch this week is the CBOE Volatility Index , which briefly spiked as high as 22 on Friday.
—Scott Schnipper, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2025
Start with the Fresh Start Gel Facial Cleanser, an everyday face wash spiked with polyhydroxy acid (PHA) to balance the skin's oil production and curb breakouts.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 9 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spiked
Verb
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Johnson allegedly then stabbed her several times, according to Kearny Police, per the outlets.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
19 Oct. 2025
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During a confrontation, Bryant stabbed K9 Roam multiple times, police said.—
The Denver Post,
Denver Post,
16 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The team also hopes to explore whether microscopic scaffolds can guide human cell growth and if the body can be stimulated to complete tissue regeneration once printing begins.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Oct. 2025
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But dogs still need ways to burn off energy and stay mentally stimulated.—
Kelsey Monstrola,
USA Today,
5 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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During his two-year spell in North London, Postecoglou also reveals the decidedly spikier side to his character.—
Zak Garner-Purkis,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2025
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Jasmine petals, one of my favorite floral notes, is given a spikier edge alongside Australian pink pepper, while raspberry and spun sugar add a pleasing sweetness without being too much.—
Venus Wong,
refinery29.com,
30 Oct. 2024
Verb
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When butternut squash is ready to harvest, the skin will harden and cannot be pierced easily with a fingernail.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
12 Oct. 2025
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While Anderson is rightfully considered a master in his artform by critics and film aficionados, One Battle After Another pierced the veil and resulted in the director’s highest opening weekend at the box office last weekend.—
Richard Newby,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Whether they’re baked or simply stirred together, dips are the heroes of any Southern get together.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
11 Oct. 2025
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The ghosts of playoff games past stirred in the old ballpark.—
Jon Greenberg,
New York Times,
9 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The actress is clearly relishing the opportunity to deliver Aaron Sorkin’s barbed dialogue (though perhaps not as much as Philip Seymour Hoffman, who steals the show as an explosive CIA functionary).—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
10 Oct. 2025
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Watch this just for all the quick lands and barbed moments here alone.—
Andy Hoglund,
Entertainment Weekly,
5 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Perhaps nothing vital had been punctured.—
Marguerite Reiss,
Outdoor Life,
9 Oct. 2025
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Every time, Evan’s ideas about the world are presented as delightfully underconsidered and ready to be punctured by reality.—
Kathryn VanArendonk,
Vulture,
6 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The Maah Daah Hey Trail runs for 144 miles, offering some of the best exposure to what’s left of the country’s majestic grasslands, plus surprisingly jagged peaks, rugged plateaus, and ample river crossings.—
Jacqueline Kehoe,
AFAR Media,
15 Oct. 2025
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Its alpine-style streets, surrounded by jagged peaks, are lined with breweries and boutique shops.—
Chantelle Kincy,
Travel + Leisure,
14 Oct. 2025
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“Spiked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spiked. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.
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