1
as in incentives
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 liquors
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 stimulants
Among stimulants paired with fentanyl, cocaine and methamphetamines were the most common, surpassing alcohol, heroin and benzodiazepines.
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Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 17 Oct. 2025
Statewide data shows an average of about 32% of the total fatal overdoses in adults 55 and older included both stimulants like methamphetamine or cocaine and an opioid.
—Natalie Eilbert, jsonline.com, 17 Oct. 2025
Instead of treats, this calendar is packed with a mix of exciting goodies like plush toys, kicker toys, balls and popular stimulants like catnip and silvervine to keep your kitty playful and merry.
—Christine Persaud, USA Today, 14 Oct. 2025
Take over-the-counter medicines like fiber supplements, stool softeners, lubricants, stimulants, or osmotic agents.
—Korin Miller, SELF, 14 Oct. 2025
Beyond the mental clarity and razor sharp focus, taking mushrooms like lion’s mane also comes without many of the potential side effects that are typically associated with stimulants like jitters, energy spikes, and mid-day crashes.
—Brianna Peters, Vogue, 1 Oct. 2025
Limit consuming big meals, alcohol, and caffeine in the evening, as the body requires energy to digest food and process beverages or stimulants.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 20 Sep. 2025
Reject The Quick-Fix Trap The temptation is to reach for stimulants, sedatives, or trendy supplements.
—Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Some drinks have other stimulants, too.
—Dr. Mark Corkins, Boston Herald, 14 Sep. 2025
Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 17 Oct. 2025
Statewide data shows an average of about 32% of the total fatal overdoses in adults 55 and older included both stimulants like methamphetamine or cocaine and an opioid.
—Natalie Eilbert, jsonline.com, 17 Oct. 2025
Instead of treats, this calendar is packed with a mix of exciting goodies like plush toys, kicker toys, balls and popular stimulants like catnip and silvervine to keep your kitty playful and merry.
—Christine Persaud, USA Today, 14 Oct. 2025
Take over-the-counter medicines like fiber supplements, stool softeners, lubricants, stimulants, or osmotic agents.
—Korin Miller, SELF, 14 Oct. 2025
Beyond the mental clarity and razor sharp focus, taking mushrooms like lion’s mane also comes without many of the potential side effects that are typically associated with stimulants like jitters, energy spikes, and mid-day crashes.
—Brianna Peters, Vogue, 1 Oct. 2025
Limit consuming big meals, alcohol, and caffeine in the evening, as the body requires energy to digest food and process beverages or stimulants.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 20 Sep. 2025
Reject The Quick-Fix Trap The temptation is to reach for stimulants, sedatives, or trendy supplements.
—Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Some drinks have other stimulants, too.
—Dr. Mark Corkins, Boston Herald, 14 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stimulants
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Kansas and Missouri have spent the past 18 months trying to secure the team through sweeping stadium-funding incentives packages — which the Chiefs used last month to announce their intentions for a move to Kansas.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
9 Jan. 2026
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The country is largely focused on a self-sufficiency drive to build up its chipmaking capabilities, a push that’s included readying a new round of incentives of as much as $70 billion for the chip sector.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
8 Jan. 2026
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For cocktails that use stronger liquors, prepare your drinks ahead of time so the cocktail cube has a chance to melt slightly before serving.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Dec. 2025
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The Best Liquors For Eggnog The most traditional alcohol choices for spiking eggnog are dark, warming liquors that complement its rich, custardy base.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
11 Dec. 2025
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In October 2024 ahead of her own stay at MSG, Billie Eilish recorded encouragements to take the subways for environmental benefits.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
30 Oct. 2025
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Hints, counsels, warnings, remonstrations, even encouragements are, in the end, of limited value.—
James Parker,
The Atlantic,
21 Oct. 2025
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Phoenix's oldest dive bars still going strong Nothing beats a classic dive, complete with cheap drinks, pool tables and a jukebox.—
Arizona Republic,
AZCentral.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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Military personnel and on-duty, uniformed first responders, including law enforcement, fire, and EMS, can get free coffee and fountain drinks year-round, too.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
9 Nov. 2025
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On Earth, methyl formate and acetaldehyde are used as industrial chemicals, methanol and ethanol are alcohols, and acetic acid is in vinegar.—
Keith Cooper,
Space.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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Liquid chalk markers use various alcohols to create transferable liquid chalk that dries entirely on the board.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
27 Oct. 2025
Noun
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By this decade, your body has started to naturally lose muscle mass, and putting on new muscle may be more difficult due to anabolic resistance, which blunts the muscle’s ability to respond to external stimuli like exercise and protein.—
Emma Loewe,
Outside,
1 Jan. 2026
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Word games, information sleuthing, instructional videos, and even just chatting with friends can provide positive stimuli.—
Charlie Warzel,
The Atlantic,
23 Dec. 2025
Noun
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That’s great news for collectors, many of whom count this Third Growth Margaux among their favorite bottles.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
9 Nov. 2025
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During the celebration, Kendall was presented with a white birthday cake adorned with black ribbons, white candles and shot bottles of 818 tequila (her alcohol brand).—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
8 Nov. 2025
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Despite its name, the bar operates as a globally minded cocktail destination with equal attention paid to other spirits, along with small bites and an impressive cigar selection.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
8 Jan. 2026
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And for Dirty Shirleys, different spirits, including vodka, gin, tequila and vermouth can be substituted.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
8 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Stimulants.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stimulants. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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