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as in arouses
to give life, vigor, or spirit to
research into alternative energy sources has been stimulated by this funding increase
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as in provokes
to rouse to strong feeling or action
the government crackdown has only stimulated the citizenry to more acts of violence
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Recent Examples of stimulates
The influx in estrogen from the growth of those extra eggs also stimulates the thickening of your uterine lining, meaning more tissue then has to come out.
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Erica Sloan, SELF, 4 Oct. 2024
In response, the stomach will release a hormone called gastrin that helps repair tissues but also stimulates the secretion of hydrochloric acid (HCA).
—Steffini Stalos, Verywell Health, 3 Oct. 2024
The Malibu Dreamhouse Plumping Gloss enhances shine and adds a layer of moisture, and the peppermint ingredient stimulates the lips for an instant plumping effect.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 1 Oct. 2024
Erica Sloan, SELF, 4 Oct. 2024
In response, the stomach will release a hormone called gastrin that helps repair tissues but also stimulates the secretion of hydrochloric acid (HCA).
—Steffini Stalos, Verywell Health, 3 Oct. 2024
The Malibu Dreamhouse Plumping Gloss enhances shine and adds a layer of moisture, and the peppermint ingredient stimulates the lips for an instant plumping effect.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 1 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stimulates
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However, the arrival in town of Eugene Allerton (Drew Starkey), a young student, stirs William into finally establishing a meaningful connection with someone.Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 4 Oct. 2024
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For most visitors, the mere anticipation of a Hershey vacation stirs the senses several days before the actual trip.Roger Sands, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
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The constant ping of notifications creates a sense of urgency that fragments your focus and encourages impulsive behavior.Benjamin Laker, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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With heartfelt lyrics and a powerful melody, the song encourages listeners to rise above their struggles and find strength in their beliefs.Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 4 Oct. 2024
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Nothing inspires creativity as much as conversations.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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Attend Conferences And Events Attending conferences or other in-person events always inspires me and gives me an influx of new ideas and concepts to discuss with our team and bring to our clients.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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Dopamine activates the brain’s reward system, the same network involved in addictive behaviors like gambling or substance use.Mark Travers, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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For Chandler, a pink bunny suit costume activates his sensitive nature, while Phoebe deals with the wiles of her evil twin Ursula.Cady Lang, TIME, 21 Oct. 2024
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Trees are made out of thin air, as sunlight energizes special cells in their leaves called chloroplasts.Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 15 Oct. 2024
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As the sun in Libra energizes your second house of money and values, Mars in Cancer fires up your 11th house of friendships and friendship groups, triggering tension between your values and personal resources versus your sense of belonging in the world.Valerie Mesa, People.com, 13 Oct. 2024
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This approach, more than any ideology or economic theory, animates Harris’ style of governance.Charlotte Alter / Pittsburgh, TIME, 10 Oct. 2024
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Each appears highly technical, but the machinery that animates the artwork is nothing more than sophisticated applications of rudimentary elements like lenses, mirrors and light.Jordan Riefe, The Hollywood Reporter, 30 Sep. 2024
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Do heavy research on these prospects, find out what excites them and then launch.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
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What excites you about season three?James Hibberd, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Oct. 2024
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This formula, for example, puts a refreshing spin on the humble micellar water by giving it a cooling sensation that instantly awakens skin.Kiana Murden, Vogue, 18 Oct. 2024
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This inspires and awakens them, forcing my team to be creators and not just operators.Caroline Tell, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024
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“Stimulates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stimulates. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.
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