1
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
Zuri Primos, Kansas City Star, 20 June 2025
While stimulants like Adderall and Concerta affect dopamine, newer antidepressants such as Lexapro or Prozac affect serotonin.
—Ayah Imran, Freep.com, 24 July 2025
Nicotine pouches — which users tuck between their lip and gum and later discard — can contain as much as 6 milligrams of nicotine, a stimulant, and have been promoted as tobacco-free, spit-free and hands-free alternatives to cigarettes and chewing tobacco.
—Erika Edwards, NBC news, 14 July 2025
Essentially, medication for ADHD – like stimulants – were not to blame for poor sleep outcomes, nor were the drugs doing anything to really help.
—New Atlas, 14 July 2025
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Adjective
The second time was in 2019, when he was also charged with the possession of opiate, opium, narcotic, or certain stimulants.
—Zuri Primos, Kansas City Star, 20 June 2025
While stimulants like Adderall and Concerta affect dopamine, newer antidepressants such as Lexapro or Prozac affect serotonin.
—Ayah Imran, Freep.com, 24 July 2025
Nicotine pouches — which users tuck between their lip and gum and later discard — can contain as much as 6 milligrams of nicotine, a stimulant, and have been promoted as tobacco-free, spit-free and hands-free alternatives to cigarettes and chewing tobacco.
—Erika Edwards, NBC news, 14 July 2025
Essentially, medication for ADHD – like stimulants – were not to blame for poor sleep outcomes, nor were the drugs doing anything to really help.
—New Atlas, 14 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stimulant
Noun
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The result is a misaligned affordability signal that dulls incentives to adapt and crowds out private innovation.—
Felicia Jackson,
Forbes.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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Globalization could be blamed for introducing competition from other countries with lower labor costs, putting downward pressure on manufacturing wages in the United States and creating incentives to move production abroad.—
Michael B. G. Froman,
Foreign Affairs,
11 Aug. 2025
Noun
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These include factors such as obesity, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, smoking, and alcohol consumption.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
15 Aug. 2025
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An arrest does not constitute a finding of guilt: A 22-year-old man from Aurora was arrested on a charge of driving under the influence of alcohol at 1:02 p.m. Aug. 8 in the 1200 block of East Ogden Avenue.—
Steve Metsch,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The truth is, overseeing the transition of a youthful talent into the first team is one of the most rewarding and stimulating aspects of Arteta’s job.—
Amy Lawrence,
New York Times,
14 Aug. 2025
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New York City is colorful, noisy, aggressive, exciting, claustrophobic, jagged, and highly stimulating.—
Jessica Gross
August 8,
Literary Hub,
8 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Will stimulus checks be sent as part of Trump's 'Big, Beautiful Bill?' No.—
Cailey Gleeson,
jsonline.com,
31 July 2025
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What seems clear is that by some genetic predisposition that remains invisible to us, the neural latticework designed to interpret, modulate, and respond to stimuli is prone to going haywire in some people, causing a cascade of changes that very often results in head pain.—
Tom Zeller Jr.
July 30,
Literary Hub,
30 July 2025
Noun
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Bardstown Road residents have a opportunity to make their voice heard about liquor licenses thanks to a new survey launched by Metro Alcoholic Beverage Control to gather community sentiment.—
Lillian Metzmeier,
Louisville Courier Journal,
12 Aug. 2025
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Love is not the first Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee to launch a liquor line.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Advertisement In New York, part of the impetus for this bail reform was the story of Kalief Browder, a young man in the Bronx who was arrested at age 16 for allegedly stealing a backpack.—
Rebecca Schneid,
Time,
12 Aug. 2025
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When decisions are made by any medical organization with financial interests, the primary impetus of the Oath is lost; the AMA’s control over payment schedules reinforces and exemplifies a corrupt institutional flaw.—
David Marks,
The Orlando Sentinel,
8 Aug. 2025
Noun
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While not dangerous, drinking carbonated drinks like soda or sparkling water with a high-fiber meal can cause bloating.—
Morgan Pearson,
Verywell Health,
7 Aug. 2025
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Its cold retention was genuinely impressive, with a little bit of ice and refreshing cold drinks left over even after six full days in the heat.—
Francesca Krempa,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Their part of the set was the most invigorating of the night, with fans rapping every word to bona fide classics while eagerly awaiting the next guest.—
Andre Gee,
Rolling Stone,
17 July 2025
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This is a vibrant and energizing fragrance that is simple in the beginning, then becomes deeper and more invigorating.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Feb. 2025
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“Stimulant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stimulant. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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