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Recent Examples of stimulation
Others were tested for use in appetite suppression or stimulation, wound repair, sleep regulation, anti-aging and immunity support, among other purposes.
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Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
Rewarding good behavior and enriching the feline’s environment with play and stimulation can reduce curtain climbing.
—Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
Removing visual stimulation activates the parasympathetic nervous system and reduces cortisol.
—Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 31 Mar. 2026
Sensory Reduction and Cortisol Removing visual stimulation activates the parasympathetic nervous system and reduces cortisol.
—Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 31 Mar. 2026
Running Water Lowers Cortisol Removing visual stimulation activates the parasympathetic nervous system and reduces cortisol.
—Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 31 Mar. 2026
After receiving a diagnosis through the UDN, Olivia underwent deep brain stimulation surgery.
—Alexandra Sifferlin, STAT, 31 Mar. 2026
The texture is also designed to replicate the feel of a massage therapist’s hands for deeper stimulation.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 28 Mar. 2026
Yet if attention is constantly captured by social media and endless Snapchat stimulation, that capacity may never fully develop.
—Shai Tubali, Big Think, 27 Mar. 2026
Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
Rewarding good behavior and enriching the feline’s environment with play and stimulation can reduce curtain climbing.
—Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
Removing visual stimulation activates the parasympathetic nervous system and reduces cortisol.
—Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 31 Mar. 2026
Sensory Reduction and Cortisol Removing visual stimulation activates the parasympathetic nervous system and reduces cortisol.
—Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 31 Mar. 2026
Running Water Lowers Cortisol Removing visual stimulation activates the parasympathetic nervous system and reduces cortisol.
—Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 31 Mar. 2026
After receiving a diagnosis through the UDN, Olivia underwent deep brain stimulation surgery.
—Alexandra Sifferlin, STAT, 31 Mar. 2026
The texture is also designed to replicate the feel of a massage therapist’s hands for deeper stimulation.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 28 Mar. 2026
Yet if attention is constantly captured by social media and endless Snapchat stimulation, that capacity may never fully develop.
—Shai Tubali, Big Think, 27 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stimulation
Noun
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But there are a number of reasons to file tax returns even when they’re not strictly required, including claiming tax credits, getting back income tax withheld from paychecks or retirement accounts, and getting access to any future government stimulus payments that might be offered.—
Liz Weston,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 Mar. 2026
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Unlike conventional systems that are often heavy and mechanically complex, this lightweight material responds to external stimuli such as heat.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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This is not an indictment of individuals but of incentives built into a system structured to protect bureaucracy while classrooms absorb the pressure.—
Daniel L Gordon,
Daily News,
29 Mar. 2026
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This investment would be best paired with incentives to companies to offer greater part-time and flexible work options.—
Abby McCloskey,
Twin Cities,
29 Mar. 2026
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Paddack noted how Sandy Alcantara came to him in the dugout and gave him words of encouragement.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
31 Mar. 2026
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The Giants never led in the series, so Vitello didn’t get to deploy his bullpen in a late-game situation with a lead to protect, but the early returns from the relievers are reason for encouragement.—
Justice delos Santos,
Mercury News,
29 Mar. 2026
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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.—
Will Richmond,
The Providence Journal,
24 Mar. 2026
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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.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
20 Mar. 2026
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Some studies have suggested a link to stimulants prescribed for ADHD.—
David Cox,
NBC news,
25 Mar. 2026
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And herbal teas are naturally sans-caffeine, eliminating any potential concerns the stimulant can have on nutrient utilization.—
Lauren Manaker,
SELF,
23 Mar. 2026
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“Stimulation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stimulation. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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