stimulate
verb
stim·u·late
ˈstim-yə-ˌlāt 
stimulated; stimulating
: to act as a stimulant or stimulus
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Examples of stimulate in a Sentence
A raise in employee wages might stimulate production.
The economy was not stimulated by the tax cuts.
a hormone that stimulates the growth of muscle tissue
Their discussion stimulated him to research the subject more.
He was stimulated by their discussion.
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For example, evidence now suggests that tariffs imposed in 2018 to reduce steel imports did little to stimulate domestic production but left downstream consumers with higher prices.
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David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
By stimulating job creation, attracting investment and fostering innovation, these events contribute to broader economic growth.
—Mostofa Shakib, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
Kittens perform the same motion on their mothers’ mammary glands, which helps to stimulate the production of milk.
—Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 1 Nov. 2024
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David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
By stimulating job creation, attracting investment and fostering innovation, these events contribute to broader economic growth.
—Mostofa Shakib, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
Kittens perform the same motion on their mothers’ mammary glands, which helps to stimulate the production of milk.
—Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 1 Nov. 2024
Find it on Amazon This Wand Uses the Power of Red Light Therapy
Red light therapy is a non-invasive procedure that can help to stimulate collagen production, maintain your skin’s natural moisture levels, and minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
—Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 1 Nov. 2024
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“Stimulate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stimulate. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.
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stimulate
verb
stim·u·late
ˈstim-yə-ˌlāt
stimulated; stimulating
Medical Definition
stimulate
transitive verb
stim·u·late
-ˌlāt
stimulated; stimulating
1
: to excite to activity or growth or to greater activity
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