1
as in to arouse
to give life, vigor, or spirit to
research into alternative energy sources has been stimulated by this funding increase
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2
as in to provoke
to rouse to strong feeling or action
the government crackdown has only stimulated the citizenry to more acts of violence
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Recent Examples of stimulate
Trying to manage it yourself is not recommended — cutting, tarping, pulling or burning do not work and actually stimulate the weed to spread.
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Martha Proctor, Mercury News, 1 May 2025
Laser resurfacing uses the same technology to remove the top layer of skin and stimulate collagen production.
—Carrie Madormo, Rn, Mph, Verywell Health, 30 Apr. 2025
Monthly Job Swaps: Nothing stimulates understanding and empathy more than walking in someone else's shoes.
—Kelly Leonard, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
And now more than ever, documentary is a powerful tool to open new perspectives, build bridges and stimulate critical thinking.
—Leo Barraclough, Variety, 29 Apr. 2025
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Martha Proctor, Mercury News, 1 May 2025
Laser resurfacing uses the same technology to remove the top layer of skin and stimulate collagen production.
—Carrie Madormo, Rn, Mph, Verywell Health, 30 Apr. 2025
Monthly Job Swaps: Nothing stimulates understanding and empathy more than walking in someone else's shoes.
—Kelly Leonard, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
And now more than ever, documentary is a powerful tool to open new perspectives, build bridges and stimulate critical thinking.
—Leo Barraclough, Variety, 29 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stimulate
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For instance, men tend to be aroused by new partners, while women often crave new experiences with the same partner.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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Murder by Antifreeze: How a Mother and Daughter Plotted to Kill Their Family Members – One at a Time The pastor said his suspicions were aroused when Shaun, who seemed healthy, died, and Diane seemed unfazed by it.—
KC Baker,
People.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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The situation escalated when GUNTHER mentioned Goldberg's family, provoking the Hall of Famer to jump the security barricade.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 May 2025
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In years past, the school district’s funding request has provoked heated conversations about how much the county should fund.—
Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
8 May 2025
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In a large skillet cook bacon over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp, about 8 minutes.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 May 2025
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Cook, stirring constantly until clear and thickened.—
Kelly Brant,
Arkansas Online,
13 May 2025
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Goolsbee’s remarks suggest he’s encouraged by the trade truce with China, a separate 90-day pause on double-digit tariffs on other nations, and soft inflation readings for both March and April.—
Paul Davidson,
USA Today,
14 May 2025
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Trump was in the Middle Eastern country Tuesday along with several tech CEO’s to encourage further investment.—
Jenny Goldsberry,
The Washington Examiner,
13 May 2025
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These particles can collide with gases in a planet’s atmosphere, energizing them and causing their atoms to emit light in different colors.—
Lillian Ali,
Smithsonian Magazine,
16 May 2025
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White drained four 3-pointers over the first seven minutes, energizing a crowd that needed a reason to believe.—
Jay King,
New York Times,
15 May 2025
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The ocean-facing 156-seat restaurant, which includes an eight-seat sushi bar and 12-seat pagoda bar, serves signature dishes such as black cod with iso squid pasta and A5 Wagyu steak, as well as locally inspired dishes including lobster truffle tempura and beef kushiyaki skewers.—
Pamela Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 May 2025
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Poe: This one-syllable name, inspired by The Raven poet, could be a match for parents seeking a bookish name or one with a soft-gothic feel.—
Anna Earl,
Parents,
15 May 2025
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People who have experienced a runner's high often report feeling less pain, being invigorated, and having an easier time running longer distances.1 A runner's high can also boost your mood, relieve tension, and improve your self-confidence.2 1.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
7 May 2025
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Marc Jacobs dressed some of the most dapper, sharpest stars of the evening: J Balvin in an invigorating pink double-peak lapel suit (which somehow managed to reinvent the lapel), Tracee Ellis Ross in a Cubist rendition of a tuxedo, and Rihanna in a fantastic little jacket and a lapeled skirt.—
José Criales-Unzueta,
Vogue,
6 May 2025
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The city is often enlivened with light art, particularly during its Christmas celebrations and cultural festivals, like the new LUV Fest that took place in February and March.—
Ann Abel,
Forbes.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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Still, the organization’s plans for using the draft to enhance and enliven its backfield were tackled for a loss.—
Dan Wiederer,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2025
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“Stimulate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stimulate. Accessed 20 May. 2025.
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