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as in incentive
something that arouses action or activity
the relaxed zoning regulations should serve as a stimulant for development in the area
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as in alcohol
a distilled beverage that can make a person drunk
I always take a bottle of stimulant along on trips, for emergencies like plane crashes or earthquakes
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Recent Examples of stimulant
Lauren Manaker, SELF, 23 Mar. 2026
Exercise is also a natural stimulant.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 20 Mar. 2026
Lucia Cheng, Des Moines Register, 18 Mar. 2026
Nicotine is a highly addictive stimulant, and addiction is a messy business.
—Teri Sforza, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
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Noun
And herbal teas are naturally sans-caffeine, eliminating any potential concerns the stimulant can have on nutrient utilization.
—Lauren Manaker, SELF, 23 Mar. 2026
Exercise is also a natural stimulant.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 20 Mar. 2026
Adjective
Eating the leaves can produce opioid- and stimulant-like effects.
—Lucia Cheng, Des Moines Register, 18 Mar. 2026
Nicotine is a highly addictive stimulant, and addiction is a messy business.
—Teri Sforza, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stimulant
Noun
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But their relationship didn’t last, and the movie studios moved on, lured away by new incentives in other states.—
Patrick Radden Keefe,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
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These connections between bonds and environmental risks give counties a financial incentive to engage in conservation.—
Leah Campbell,
Hartford Courant,
11 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Drug and alcohol screenings came back negative.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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That approach often comes with tradeoffs, like cutting back on alcohol or budgeting differently to afford the classes and trainers who know their name and celebrate their wins.—
Olivia Wakim,
AJC.com,
15 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Enjoy reading or mentally stimulating puzzles.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
10 Apr. 2026
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Engaging in mentally stimulating activities works neural pathways in the brain, while exercise improves blood flow to the brain and prompts muscles to contract, Hwang said.—
Kaitlin Sullivan,
NBC news,
8 Apr. 2026
Noun
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This time, economists say the job market and consumer spending are weaker, and there are no large government stimulus checks being issued to spur demand.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
11 Apr. 2026
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Being in an unfamiliar place, getting poor sleep, and constant stimuli from lights and noise all contribute to delirium.—
Torie Bosch,
STAT,
11 Apr. 2026
Noun
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There’s no liquor license yet, but that’s pending.—
Bud Kennedy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 Apr. 2026
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In fact, the common liquor, distilled from grains or potatoes, can be a natural alternative to many synthetic cleaning products and an inexpensive, shelf-stable swap in a pinch.—
Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner,
Martha Stewart,
11 Apr. 2026
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The impetus for Wednesday’s decision, however, appears to be less about keeping Ohtani fresh and more about the state of his bruised right shoulder.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
15 Apr. 2026
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Earlier this year, Elliott Investment Management took an activist stake in Norwegian, which may have provided impetus for the board to make a leadership change.—
Contessa Brewer,Mallory Leonard,
CNBC,
15 Apr. 2026
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That means fewer meals before the game, fewer drinks after, and fewer visits to local shops and cafes.—
Jennifer Van Grove,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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This sturdy, durable iron coffee table provides a convenient spot for you and your guests to set drinks and snacks.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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According to a Chef Rotanak Ros The Cambodian celeb chef known as Chef Nak shares her recipe for an invigorating weekend in the cradle of Khmer cuisine.—
Matt Ortile,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 Mar. 2026
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The Chanel dinner brings fashion, film and art together in an invigorating way.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Mar. 2026
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“Stimulant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stimulant. Accessed 19 Apr. 2026.
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