stimulation

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Recent Examples of stimulation Now, people are looking for intellectual stimulation and emotional support and adventure. Gili Malinsky, CNBC, 17 Oct. 2025 Researchers believe the device could be adapted for electrical stimulation and other therapies, potentially benefiting patients with epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, and other neurological disorders. Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 14 Oct. 2025 Use a play gym, contrast cards for visual stimulation, a busy board, or set them down in a Maxi Cosi swing. Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2025 In this retrospective review, the researchers examined the past medical records of 114 chronic pain patients who had spinal cord stimulation (SCS) or intrathecal pain pump (ITP) implants. New Atlas, 13 Oct. 2025 Medtronic’s Activa Tremor Control Therapy was featured in the 2000 issue as one of the first forays into deep brain stimulation as a treatment for Parkinson’s. Time Staff, Time, 9 Oct. 2025 Among older adults, regular engagement in creative activities is often associated with social connection, sensory stimulation, and mental engagement. Jason Phillips, USA Today, 9 Oct. 2025 For example, if your concern is fine lines and wrinkles, an anti-aging facial may focus on collagen stimulation using retinol, micro-current, and other tightening tools. Essence, 8 Oct. 2025 This Waterpik has a large reservoir for up to 90 seconds of use, 10 pressure settings for a custom clean and a massage mode for gum stimulation. Caitlyn Martyn May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 7 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stimulation
Noun
  • Chinese shares had recently rallied to a multi-year high on expectations of government stimulus and a recent inflow of foreign capital into Chinese equities.
    Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2025
  • Soon after her election, the yen hit a new low amid expectations of major fiscal stimulus.
    Hanako Montgomery, CNN Money, 11 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • But Mehta said showing consumers a higher quantity of ads and incentives doesn’t mean as much as connecting with the consumer in a meaningful way.
    Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 21 Oct. 2025
  • The city of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County combined are offering the company about $80,000 in tax incentives.
    Brian Gordon, Charlotte Observer, 21 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • His main goal is to provide support and encouragement, especially during relapses.
    Natalie Eilbert, jsonline.com, 17 Oct. 2025
  • With her mother's encouragement, Nandudu dreamed of going to college and becoming a lawyer.
    Fatma Tanis, NPR, 17 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • The material contained on this site is intended to inform, entertain and educate the reader and in no way represents an inducement to gamble legally or illegally or any sort of professional advice.
    Matthew Glowicki, Louisville Courier Journal, 22 Oct. 2025
  • The material contained on this site is intended to inform, entertain and educate the reader and in no way represents an inducement to gamble legally or illegally or any sort of professional advice.
    Jacob Camenker, USA Today, 19 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • 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

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“Stimulation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stimulation. Accessed 23 Oct. 2025.

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