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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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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
Two years ago, the city of Fort Worth and Stockyards development company Majestic Realty celebrated as the City Council unanimously approved a grant package meant to stimulate the doubling of Fort Worth’s most iconic landmark.
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Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 June 2026
Having a traveling experience can stimulate cognitive and sensory development in a natural way for youngsters.
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Rebecca Ann Hughes,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
This can help stimulate peristalsis, the wave-like muscular contractions that move food through the digestive tract.
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Kristen Gasnick,
Verywell Health,
24 June 2026
Deadheading petunias stimulates fuller, bushier growth and constant blooms, says Funk.
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Helena Madden,
Martha Stewart,
24 June 2026
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Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 June 2026
Having a traveling experience can stimulate cognitive and sensory development in a natural way for youngsters.
—
Rebecca Ann Hughes,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
This can help stimulate peristalsis, the wave-like muscular contractions that move food through the digestive tract.
—
Kristen Gasnick,
Verywell Health,
24 June 2026
Deadheading petunias stimulates fuller, bushier growth and constant blooms, says Funk.
—
Helena Madden,
Martha Stewart,
24 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for stimulate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stimulate
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In the hour-long special, taped the Skirball in New York City in March, Barone aims to shock, amuse, and arouse.
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Overview The emergence of teleSUR has aroused significant interest due to its uniqueness of being the first regional television channel purely financed by more than three Latin American states.
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This ends up being just one of Aemond’s defining moments, which further provokes war.
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Israel has launched frequent campaigns against Hezbollah, most notably in 2006, when a Hezbollah cross-border raid and the capture of two Israeli soldiers provoked an extensive Israeli air and ground operation that lasted more than a month.
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On and on, these songs stir the soul.
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In fact, NBCUniversal is wading into the buzz round Polymarket, Kalshi and other prediction market services that have stirred controversy.
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Rissetto encourages her patients to cut back on alcoholic beverages.
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Israel has historically negotiated with Palestinian militant groups to exchange hostages for Palestinian prisoners and detainees even as critics warned the practice could encourage more kidnappings.
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The Americans came out energized in the second half and a Berhalter banger from the edge of the penalty area tied it up 2-2 in the 49th minute.
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The bout brings together teams from AEW, CMLL and NJPW in what should be a fun addition to the show and could easily serve as the opener to energize the crowd.
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Flip-flops inspired by Jennifer Lawrence and Jennifer Lopez are ideal for beach days and casual outings, while double-buckle sandals work for vacations, brunches, and everyday errands.
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Organizers encourage people across the region to attend, connect with local and national authors and celebrate the stories that continue to educate, inspire and leave a lasting impact.
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Laying out your ten-year goals can feel invigorating when the Sagittarius moon meets Saturn.
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Shop Now Citrus hues are always invigorating, whether served in small doses or in a monochromatic statement moment.
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Though only half the length of their 2025 breakthrough debut, the New York quartet’s second album is dense with ideas and enlivened by purpose.
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The Senegal players won’t be the only ones enlivening this summer’s World Cup.
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“Stimulate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stimulate. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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