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
Jelly, a breakfast, lunch and brunch destination, drizzles their greens with a creamy raspberry vinaigrette that stimulates the tastebuds like a zap of lightning.
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Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 30 May 2025
Huge waiting lines are seen in front of jewelry retailer stores at Yu Garden in Shanghai, China, on May 17, 2025, as the city offers consumption vouchers to stimulate consumer spending.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 29 May 2025
These options deliver on their promises to soothe, stimulate, and shiatsu.
—Boutayna Chokrane, Wired News, 28 May 2025
These wildfires, while destructive, have also provided researchers with insights into giant sequoia ecology, revealing that moderate-severity burns can stimulate seed release and create favorable germination conditions.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 24 May 2025
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Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 30 May 2025
Huge waiting lines are seen in front of jewelry retailer stores at Yu Garden in Shanghai, China, on May 17, 2025, as the city offers consumption vouchers to stimulate consumer spending.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 29 May 2025
These options deliver on their promises to soothe, stimulate, and shiatsu.
—Boutayna Chokrane, Wired News, 28 May 2025
These wildfires, while destructive, have also provided researchers with insights into giant sequoia ecology, revealing that moderate-severity burns can stimulate seed release and create favorable germination conditions.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 24 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stimulate
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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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By stirring nationalist fervor and outsourcing conflict to criminal networks, Maduro avoids direct military confrontation — while escalating pressure on Guyana.—
Antonio Maria Delgado,
Miami Herald,
6 June 2025
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However, Venus square Pluto on June 9 could stir deep, hidden emotions or create power struggles that could potentially challenge your one-on-one connections.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
6 June 2025
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In order to protect his brother, Gi-jun encouraged Ju-woon and Bong-san to stage a coup.—
Kayti Burt,
Time,
6 June 2025
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Trump reportedly encouraged Vance to strike a diplomatic tone publicly.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 June 2025
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This campaign has energized consumption enthusiasm among younger demographics.—
Footwear News,
Footwear News,
23 May 2025
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That further energized opposition at home and there were regular protests outside his district office, largely about his health care vote (which went for naught as Obamacare was sustained in the Senate).—
Michael Smolens,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
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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While the last release featured a punchy bright green hue and butter yellow, the newest collection includes a vibrant royal blue and an invigorating magenta tone.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
3 June 2025
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Active travel company Butterfield & Robinson offers an invigorating way to explore the wider region.—
Helen Iatrou,
AFAR Media,
29 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 9 Jun. 2025.
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