1
as in to arouse
to give life, vigor, or spirit to
research into alternative energy sources has been stimulated by this funding increase
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2
as in to provoke
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 stimulate
The Chinese government has implemented a raft of stimulus measures to stimulate consumption across different sectors and support businesses impacted by the tariffs and bolster employment.
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Anniek Bao,evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 19 May 2025
Given stagnant growth and precarious external demand, the government would be well advised to stimulate consumer spending and inspire greater confidence among consumers.
—Isabella M. Weber, Foreign Affairs, 14 May 2025
Aeration stimulates new growth to cover areas damaged by fairy rings.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 11 May 2025
Zaria Court is designed to stimulate local economies, creating jobs not only in sports but also in surrounding sectors, from retail to hospitality.
—Sindiswa Mabunda, Forbes.com, 8 May 2025
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Anniek Bao,evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 19 May 2025
Given stagnant growth and precarious external demand, the government would be well advised to stimulate consumer spending and inspire greater confidence among consumers.
—Isabella M. Weber, Foreign Affairs, 14 May 2025
Aeration stimulates new growth to cover areas damaged by fairy rings.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 11 May 2025
Zaria Court is designed to stimulate local economies, creating jobs not only in sports but also in surrounding sectors, from retail to hospitality.
—Sindiswa Mabunda, Forbes.com, 8 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stimulate
Verb
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Cassie admitted that ecstasy made her feel euphoric and aroused, while ketamine would make her dissociative.—
Tracy Wright,
FOXNews.com,
25 May 2025
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Sidelining people who voiced those views aroused righteous wrath.—
Daniel Immerwahr,
New Yorker,
19 May 2025
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Negotiating with someone who is trying to provoke you is their tactic.—
John Baldoni,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2025
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Daily life in the villa is punctuated by games and challenges, designed to reveal secrets, provoke drama and test the strength of relationships.—
Samantha Stutsman,
People.com,
29 May 2025
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Leia forms the Resistance Senator Leia Organa discovers a new danger stirring in the galaxy: the First Order.—
Nick Romano,
EW.com,
25 May 2025
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Seeing familiar landmarks from the window of the plane — including her childhood homes — stirred memories of her father and the path that led her to becoming a WNBA coach.—
Anthony De Leon,
Los Angeles Times,
24 May 2025
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There is no fee to nominate and self-nominations are encouraged.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
26 May 2025
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Attendees are encouraged to bring new or gently used early-reader children’s books.—
Daniel Hunt,
Sacbee.com,
25 May 2025
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Boosts Energy Thanks to the vitamin B in sunflower seeds, snacking on them can help energize you throughout the day.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
23 May 2025
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West’s nihilistic neo-Nazi single is an act of culture war: Its message isn’t just that X has energized his ideas, but that the platform renders people like Ye unignorable.—
Charlie Warzel,
The Atlantic,
23 May 2025
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Inside, the stage was inspired by the Biltmore Theater in Los Angeles, said art director Matt Fiuza.—
Dewayne Bevil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 May 2025
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Enter the high-stakes world of Squid Game: The Experience in New York City to tackle five immersive challenges inspired by the breakout Netflix hit from South Korea.—
Nevin Martell,
USA Today,
27 May 2025
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The result spurred years of research around a simple question: Why are those brief, positive moments with co-workers so invigorating?—
Rustin Dodd,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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The current menu at Jai consists of hot tea, sold by the glass or pot, along with the herbal elixirs — one invigorating, one calming and one berry.—
Lina Abascal,
Los Angeles Times,
21 May 2025
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There's the Vanilla Tincture India, vanilla derived from a CO2 extraction, vanilla extract, and an ultra-vanille accord—all enlivened by jasmine, sandalwood, and ambery notes.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
30 May 2025
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Inasmuch as emotional arcs are pitched toward the extreme, domestic and work settings are sketched with a keen anecdotal eye and enlivened with compelling details.—
Sophie Monks Kaufman,
IndieWire,
22 May 2025
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“Stimulate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stimulate. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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