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stimulating

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verb

present participle of stimulate
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as in arousing
to give life, vigor, or spirit to research into alternative energy sources has been stimulated by this funding increase

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Recent Examples of stimulating
Adjective
However, matcha’s high levels of L-theanine, a calming amino acid, help balance caffeine’s stimulating effects. Jillian Kubala, Health, 26 Aug. 2025 There were also drops in binge drinking, lower scores on alcohol use disorder tests, and reductions in both the stimulating and sedative effects of alcohol. Teri Sforza, Oc Register, 19 Aug. 2025
Verb
Dog owners are always shopping for stimulating toys for enrichment, healthy supplements and new types of fresh food to help their pups live their best life. Trisha Easto, USA Today, 24 Sep. 2025 Reducing blood sugar by stimulating insulin secretion from the pancreas. Jessica Swirble, Verywell Health, 24 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for stimulating
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stimulating
Adjective
  • Their stories capture the creativity, resilience, and ambition that are making Arizona one of the most exciting places for innovation and entrepreneurship in 2025.
    Wyles Daniel, AZCentral.com, 2 Oct. 2025
  • Stories can be prepared, but since most decisions ultimately fall to the roll of the dice, there’s an exciting spontaneity for the millions of people watching at home.
    Elisabeth Garber-Paul, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • These easy fall plant swaps are perfect for refreshing tired summer pots and creating long-lasting displays with minimal effort.
    Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 4 Oct. 2025
  • For die-hard fans, this isn’t the time to sit at home refreshing scores on your phone.
    Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • These had a whiff of the provocative — often viral — streetwear-leaning creations by Demna.
    Kati Chitrakorn, CNN Money, 5 Oct. 2025
  • The video is one of several provocative creations produced in the days since the general purpose video and audio generation system launched.
    Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • But then Swift reveals the full conceit of the song, which is how flattering and even arousing it is to hear about someone thinking about you constantly (even if for negative reasons).
    Zack Sharf, Variety, 3 Oct. 2025
  • In fact, studies have found that couples who share novel and arousing activities report greater satisfaction.
    Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • But an interview with Trump on 60 Minutes also presents tremendous risk for a news organization that has already been the focus of the president’s ire and is now trying to maintain its credibility without provoking him again.
    Max Tani, semafor.com, 2 Oct. 2025
  • This is an installment of The Nightcrawler, a weekly collection of thought-provoking articles on tech, innovation, and long-term investing by Eric Markowitz of Nightview Capital.
    Big Think, Big Think, 2 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • This is a breathtaking abuse of the law and power.
    Ted Johnson, Deadline, 5 Oct. 2025
  • Glen Manor Vineyards and Chester Gap Cellars both offer open-air tasting patios that showcase breathtaking views of the Shenandoah Valley.
    Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • For context, geomagnetic storms are caused by fiery eruptions from the sun's surface that send charged particles zipping toward our planet.
    Tom Brown, Space.com, 20 May 2025
  • The ceremony came at a charged moment, coinciding with Columbia University canceling its graduation ceremony (and largely closing off its campus).
    David Matthews, New York Daily News, 6 May 2024
Verb
  • All the same rules as seeing a movie in a theater apply, combined with the same energizing feelings a live concert gives.
    Meredith G. White, AZCentral.com, 1 Oct. 2025
  • Meanwhile, Mercury and later the sun will slither through Scorpio, energizing your creative and romantic sector, sparking ideas and potential passion projects.
    Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025

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“Stimulating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stimulating. Accessed 10 Oct. 2025.

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