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something that arouses action or activity
Her expulsion from the university proved to be a catalyst for needed change.
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Recent Examples of catalyst
More than simply a home, the project was meant to be a catalyst for cultural exchange, foregrounding the work of designers and makers from around the world, with a particular emphasis on Africa and the African diaspora.
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Sam Cochran, Architectural Digest, 4 Dec. 2024
The former Barcelona product, in his third season in MLS, is the unquestioned catalyst of the Galaxy’s high-octane offense.
—Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 2 Dec. 2024
This could be the catalyst for the mining reform that's needed to happen for literally 150 years.
—Kate S. Petersen, USA TODAY, 1 Dec. 2024
The storm that ripped up Tropicana Field, built up by humanity's impact on global climate, may be the catalyst for the Rays to leave Tampa or even Florida.
—Erik Klemetti, Discover Magazine, 29 Nov. 2024
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Sam Cochran, Architectural Digest, 4 Dec. 2024
The former Barcelona product, in his third season in MLS, is the unquestioned catalyst of the Galaxy’s high-octane offense.
—Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 2 Dec. 2024
This could be the catalyst for the mining reform that's needed to happen for literally 150 years.
—Kate S. Petersen, USA TODAY, 1 Dec. 2024
The storm that ripped up Tropicana Field, built up by humanity's impact on global climate, may be the catalyst for the Rays to leave Tampa or even Florida.
—Erik Klemetti, Discover Magazine, 29 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for catalyst
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The massive stimulus spending that dulled the worst effects of COVID-19 and helped speed the recovery were also prime factors in the runaway inflation that came on the other side of the crisis.Max Thornberry, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 15 Dec. 2024
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Lost in all the talk around tariffs is the news that China announced a new stimulus package.Michael Foster, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
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Politics Biden pardon, Patel FBI nomination fuel debate over politics and justice Dec. 2, 2024 Trump nominated Charles Kushner, the father of his son-in-law Jared Kushner, to serve as ambassador to France.Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 8 Dec. 2024
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The idea of being on two wheels, on a saddle that sits upon enough fuel to set you on fire, a combustion engine that’s made out of a thousand moving parts ... the road, the ability to be one with the elements ...New Atlas, New Atlas, 7 Dec. 2024
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The question is whether the convenience of these tools is worth the risk of occasionally shaky results.David Nield, WIRED, 9 Dec. 2024
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Mayor Bloomberg issued 465 executive orders in three terms, including 345 emergency orders chiefly related to an enduring strike of some bus lines and Hurricane Sandy, records show Before that the tool was used more sparingly and rarely for emergencies, archival records show.Graham Rayman, New York Daily News, 9 Dec. 2024
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The question is whether Lakers general manager and vice president of basketball operations Rob Pelinka will have the stones to pull the trigger.Tim Ryan, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
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Each group engages with your content differently and acts based on different triggers.Daria Gonzalez, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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The Cleveland Guardians did not announce the cause of death.Zack Meisel, The Athletic, 11 Dec. 2024
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There have been no reported fatalities or injuries while the cause of the fire is under investigation.David Chiu, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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Driven by a passion for understanding the intricate mechanisms of the human immune system, Dr. Halpert’s expertise evolved into a mission: revolutionizing cancer treatment.William Mullane, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
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Using this mechanism, the metasheet can be remotely controlled to push items around by raising and lowering different areas.Michael Irving, New Atlas, 14 Dec. 2024
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What was the impetus for the flag on the Stankonia cover?Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 12 Dec. 2024
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The true impetus for their overhaul, however, was climate-related.Kathryn Romeyn, Architectural Digest, 11 Dec. 2024
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The sparks really started there, with the first screening.Damon Wise, Deadline, 9 Dec. 2024
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How that plays out depends on a number of factors, such as where the conflict starts and what the impetus is, which would shape the way all major actors and allies respond to whatever acts as the spark.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
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“Catalyst.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/catalyst. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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