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waking (up)

verb

Definition of waking (up)next
present participle of wake (up)
as in zipping (up)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for waking (up)
  1. awakening
  2. stirring
  3. juicing up
  4. rousing
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  • The group uncovers betrayal within its own ranks and faces a battle for the fate of the world, ultimately awakening their true powers and restoring peace, though a new threat emerges quietly in the shadows.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 1 Sep. 2026
  • The first thing Kontras remembers after his surgery is awakening and seeing his left arm still intact.
    — Jeff Murray, Outdoor Life, 20 Aug. 2026
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  • In a team meeting on the eve of their stirring 28-20 victory over the Cowboys, the Giants gave Jack Harbaugh their full attention and respect.
    — Ian O'Connor, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026
  • Increase heat to high and cook, stirring often, until meat is cooked through and no longer pink and zucchini is tender, 6–8 minutes.
    — Caroline Chambers, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of stirring
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  • Nearly every other network charges a higher rate when juicing up past 80% or penalty fees when sitting in a spot at 100%.
    — Anthony Karcz, Forbes.com, 27 June 2026
Definition of juicing up
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  • The Buffalo Bills kicked off the Joe Brady era with a rousing win over the Houston Texans, but the defense remains the biggest question mark as Thursday’s game against the Detroit Lions looms on a short week.
    — Joe Buscaglia, New York Times, 16 Sep. 2026
  • Suddenly a fan favorite in New York again, Volpe smacked a grand slam and drove in a career-high five runs during his rousing return from Triple-A as the Yankees beat the Colorado Rockies 10-3 on Thursday.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of rousing
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