yeast

noun

ˈyēst How to pronounce yeast (audio)
Definition of yeastnext
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 Using stand mixer fitted with dough hook, mix 6 2/3 cups (33 1/3 ounces) all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon instant yeast, and 2 teaspoons table salt on low speed until combined, about 30 seconds. — ABC News, 29 June 2026 Syn explains that the starter is created by combining flour and water, allowing naturally occurring wild yeast and beneficial bacteria to grow over time. — Daryl Austin, USA Today, 28 June 2026 Kombucha Kombucha is made by combining tea with sugar, which serves as food for the symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeasts (SCOBY) during fermentation. — Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 26 June 2026 Yes, some natural alternatives include yeast or whipped egg whites, but these may require recipe adjustments. — Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 26 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for yeast
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  1. incentive
  2. impetus
  3. encouragement
  4. stimulus
  5. motivation
Noun
  • While the threshold sparked debate, the decree offers financial incentives for parties to merge by discounting registration fees for coalitions and alliances.
    — Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 10 July 2026
  • Administered by Proimágenes Colombia, Colombia’s CINA incentive (Audiovisual Investment Certificate) grants a transferable tax credit equal to 35% of eligible spending on audiovisual services in Colombia.
    — Anna Marie de la Fuente, Variety, 10 July 2026
Definition of incentive
Noun
  • The impetus for the announcement was the ICE shooting death of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Texas last week.
    — Mauricio Torres, CNN Money, 12 July 2026
  • Reserves acted to dampen price pressure at the start of the war; now the impetus to refill them as the cold months approach could act to accelerate price pressure.
    — Idrees Kahloon, The Atlantic, 9 July 2026
Definition of impetus
Noun
  • As for the here and now, England will take encouragement from Switzerland’s performance against Argentina.
    — Stuart James, New York Times, 12 July 2026
  • That encouragement from Orlando’s new coaching staff under Sean Sweeney has translated to hard work on the court from Penda.
    — Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 July 2026
Definition of encouragement
Noun
  • The export and manufacturing-led economic resilience is expected to reinforce Beijing’s reluctance to roll out stimulus to revive tepid consumer demand.
    — Anniek Bao, CNBC, 9 July 2026
  • In Vibe Science studies, the autonomic nervous system shifts toward parasympathetic activation as the brain entrains to the stimulus, producing lower arousal and readiness for sleep and recovery.
    — Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 6 July 2026
Definition of stimulus
Noun
  • Despite the injuries, Etxanobe said his motivation for participating is rooted in his connection to family heritage rather than adrenaline.
    — Abby Dodge, Miami Herald, 11 July 2026
  • Kothari’s motivation for the app comes from a desire to address multiple issues at once.
    — Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 10 July 2026
Definition of motivation

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