TRENCHANCY Synonyms: 43 Similar and Opposite Words

trenchancy

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Definition of trenchancy

as in stimulation

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But over the past few decades, new technology has enabled more constant stimulation, and the new economics of sports management have encouraged it.

— Ellen Cushing, The Atlantic, 17 July 2026
Those neural messages are then translated into electrical stimulation patterns given to the forearm muscles, which move as intended.

— Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 16 July 2026

Definition of stimulation

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Analysts said the persistence of such underlying weakness also raises the question of whether Chinese officials will turn to more fiscal stimulus to try and boost domestic spending.

— Stephanie Yang, CNN Money, 15 July 2026
The stutter, in this case, provides a sudden stimulus that triggers the ’keeper to commit to going in a certain direction early, which can then be exploited with a shot sent the other way.

— Geir Jordet, New York Times, 14 July 2026

Definition of stimulus

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In the shoe segment, running also continues to fuel excitement for the brand, which was front and center during another major sports moment this spring.

— Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 20 July 2026
Of course, all of this excitement is in large part thanks to Nolan’s unique brand of filmmaking.

— Chris Lee, Vulture, 20 July 2026

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For example, certain diuretics, antihistamines or stimulants may increase the risk of side effects from heat, according to the CDC.

— Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 3 July 2026
Other types of medications can impair your body's ability to cool off, including anticholinergic medications (a category that includes Benadryl) and stimulants, like ADHD drugs.

— Carmel Wroth, NPR, 2 July 2026

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