as in incentive
something that arouses action or activity
taxation without representation proved to be the yeast of rebellion
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Recent Examples of yeast
The key is the F yeast strain, which the distillery describes as adding herbaceous notes, and that really is the case.
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Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 30 Mar. 2025
At a fundamental level, the most polarizing preservatives—those with microbe-stopping power—preserve food by disabling the microbial machinery that bacteria, yeast, and molds use to grow.
—Ali Bouzari, Bon Appetit Magazine, 28 Mar. 2025
The compound was also effective against multidrug-resistant forms of Cryptococcus neoformans, a fungus that kills more than 100,000 people living with HIV every year, and Candida auris, a yeast that emerged as a deadly threat resistant to all major drugs classes more than a decade ago.
—Bykai Kupferschmidt, science.org, 19 Mar. 2025
The benefits of brewer’s yeast have been known for millennia and rival hair-growing supplements like biotin and folic acid.
—Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 16 Apr. 2025
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Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 30 Mar. 2025
At a fundamental level, the most polarizing preservatives—those with microbe-stopping power—preserve food by disabling the microbial machinery that bacteria, yeast, and molds use to grow.
—Ali Bouzari, Bon Appetit Magazine, 28 Mar. 2025
The compound was also effective against multidrug-resistant forms of Cryptococcus neoformans, a fungus that kills more than 100,000 people living with HIV every year, and Candida auris, a yeast that emerged as a deadly threat resistant to all major drugs classes more than a decade ago.
—Bykai Kupferschmidt, science.org, 19 Mar. 2025
The benefits of brewer’s yeast have been known for millennia and rival hair-growing supplements like biotin and folic acid.
—Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 16 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for yeast
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The Trump administration is also working to undo incentives around clean energy, particularly the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act.—
Umair Irfan,
Wired News,
26 Apr. 2025
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In addition to reversing its open-door policy, Starbucks also announced on Jan. 27 that customers who have their first drink in the lobby can get free refills on hot or iced brewed coffee or tea, a potential incentive for customers to stick around while enjoying their beverage.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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The impetus for his ire had everything to do with Minnesota big man Rudy Gobert, who was being chastised by the fan when Edwards decided to step in and take over the exchange.—
Sam Amick,
New York Times,
29 Apr. 2025
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Union leaders said the impetus for the strike was a string of 44 labor law violations allegedly committed by the county, including retaliation and contracting out work that’s supposed to be done by union members.—
Rebecca Ellis,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2025
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Katherine, an avid reader who loves James Joyce and modern poetry, tries her hand at screenwriting, with Fred’s encouragement.—
Mark Athitakis,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2025
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Not only this, his friends also came to his defense, offering words of encouragement.—
Matt Robison,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Apr. 2025
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Conscious perception is the ability of human beings to become aware of the stimuli received by their senses.—
Jorge Garay,
Wired News,
19 Apr. 2025
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This micro-moment creates space between stimulus and response, where emotional intelligence flourishes.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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Strategic and critical thinking are valuable no matter the level of seniority, as is empathy, as marketing is all about connecting with an audience by understanding their needs and motivations.—
Christine Pilkington,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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Walking with others can also promote a sense of camaraderie, along with accountability, encouragement, and motivation to stick with a walking routine.14 8.—
Cathy Nelson,
Verywell Health,
22 Apr. 2025
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“Yeast.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/yeast. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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