as in refreshing
having a renewing effect on the state of the body or mind
the supposed stimulative power of herbal teas
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Recent Examples of stimulative
The stimulative impact of that policy could provide a further boost to markets this year.
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John Towfighi, CNN Money, 25 Jan. 2026
Thus, despite Bessent’s cheery promises, the historical record of the stimulative effects of financial de-regulation has not proved out.
—Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 21 Dec. 2025
The effects can be either stimulative or sedative, depending on dose and individual metabolism.
—Andrew Deangelo, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
On top of all that, the One Big Beautiful Bill will be stimulative for an economy where consumers are still spending.
—Sarah Min, CNBC, 16 Aug. 2025
John Towfighi, CNN Money, 25 Jan. 2026
Thus, despite Bessent’s cheery promises, the historical record of the stimulative effects of financial de-regulation has not proved out.
—Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 21 Dec. 2025
The effects can be either stimulative or sedative, depending on dose and individual metabolism.
—Andrew Deangelo, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
On top of all that, the One Big Beautiful Bill will be stimulative for an economy where consumers are still spending.
—Sarah Min, CNBC, 16 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stimulative
Adjective
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There’s a refreshing lack of antler decor, and instead photography and coffee table books pay homage to the American West.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Feb. 2026
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The agua fresca was more cloying than refreshing.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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American ginseng has a slightly different chemical makeup and is considered less stimulating than its Asian counterpart.—
PubSubHub User,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Feb. 2026
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Despite the name, kava tea contains no actual tea leaves and doesn’t have the stimulating effect of caffeine.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
11 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Remembering love, old and new, is restorative.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 Feb. 2026
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Remembering love, old and new, is restorative.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Stimulative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stimulative. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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