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
However, the milk should still be warm when combined with the yeast, around 110℉.
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Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 28 Dec. 2024
Most are the product of at least two fermentations as well as the addition of sugar and yeast — a whole host of manipulation and handling, in other words.
—Patrick Comiskey, Los Angeles Times, 26 Dec. 2024
Then there is the business of riddling—slowly turning the bottle at a precise angle over time to nudge the dead yeast into the bottle neck to be expelled (this in itself is yet another process, not to mention the addition of a final dosage).
—Katie Kelly Bell, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Sake is made of Japanese rice, water, yeast and koji (a type of mold).
—Chris Lau, CNN, 13 Dec. 2024
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Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 28 Dec. 2024
Most are the product of at least two fermentations as well as the addition of sugar and yeast — a whole host of manipulation and handling, in other words.
—Patrick Comiskey, Los Angeles Times, 26 Dec. 2024
Then there is the business of riddling—slowly turning the bottle at a precise angle over time to nudge the dead yeast into the bottle neck to be expelled (this in itself is yet another process, not to mention the addition of a final dosage).
—Katie Kelly Bell, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Sake is made of Japanese rice, water, yeast and koji (a type of mold).
—Chris Lau, CNN, 13 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for yeast
Recent Examples of Synonyms for yeast
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While much of the Republican tax agenda involves continuing measures the party passed in 2017, Mr. Trump and other Republicans have floated additional ideas, including no taxes on tips and new incentives for corporations to manufacture in the United States.—
Andrew Duehren,
New York Times,
8 Jan. 2025
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Turning policy into progress is never straightforward, but these diverse approaches show that substantial advancements are achievable when guided by clear targets, market incentives, and supportive legislation.—
Angelica Krystle Donati,
Forbes,
7 Jan. 2025
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This structural inequity points to a shortfall in the current retirement landscape and should be an impetus for companies to consider redesigning their retirement benefit plans.—
Shahar Ziv,
Forbes,
9 Jan. 2025
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But according to a team source, the impetus for Burnes’ six-year, $210 million deal stemmed more from increases in revenues from attendance and sponsorship and the standard competitive-balance tax proceeds.—
Ken Rosenthal,
The Athletic,
5 Jan. 2025
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By Emily Tannenbaum More people than not had words of encouragement or solidarity, and even those who didn’t have time to stop and speak with me told me to stay safe or keep well and wished me luck.—
Kate Lavelle,
Glamour,
13 Jan. 2025
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Coupled with a friend’s encouragement, Carrie established CompassionCare Concierge to share her talents with her community.—
Hilary Tetenbaum,
USA TODAY,
10 Jan. 2025
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Since September, the Chinese government has unveiled stimulus measures such as monetary policy easing policies and plans to counteract the property market’s decline.—
Sofia Celeste,
WWD,
10 Jan. 2025
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Lastly, coupled with all else that is afoot in the wider market are some traders' hopes of an uptick in near-term crude demand from China as the market keenly awaits what further economic stimulus measures are taken by Beijing in the first quarter of the year.—
Gaurav Sharma,
Forbes,
10 Jan. 2025
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Police say Clarke has refused to speak or provide any motivation.—
Milena Malaver,
Miami Herald,
17 Jan. 2025
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This storytelling reveals the leader’s motivations and principles, helping team members feel more connected to their vision and approach.—
Paola Cecchi-Dimeglio,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
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“Yeast.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/yeast. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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