catalyzer

noun

Definition of catalyzernext
as in tool
something that arouses action or activity The workshop proved a catalyzer for a career change.

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  1. tool
  2. fuel
  3. mechanism
  4. stimulus
  5. generator
  6. spark
  7. trigger
  8. vehicle
Noun
  • This is an important reminder that AI is just a tool.
    Arianna Huffington, TIME, 21 Dec. 2024
  • But while telltale signs still exist, all indications for 2025 warn threats will become more sophisticated as AI tools are continually improved.
    Zak Doffman, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
Definition of tool
Noun
  • The hospital system also provided hundreds of thousands of bottles of water, tens of thousands of gallons of fuel and satellite data networks to Mission Hospital.
    Beth Warren, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
  • Dig deep, ask tough questions, and convert every lesson into fuel for your next chapter.
    Jodie Cook, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of fuel
Noun
  • 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
  • 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
Definition of mechanism
Noun
  • Most taxpayers eligible for stimulus checks have received those payments or the Recovery Rebate Credit.
    Amaris Encinas, USA TODAY, 27 Dec. 2024
  • Although most eligible Americans received their stimulus payments, the checks will be sent to those who qualified but filed a 2021 tax return that left the space for recovery rebate credit blank.
    Noah Goldberg, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of stimulus
Noun
  • Many scramble to keep up with the stampede of developments, the rapid-fire transformation of industries, and the improbable output of AI image generators.
    R. Daniel Foster, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • As a result, the label released everything from these live cover versions to blues piano instrumentals to tone generator experiments to jams and complete freakouts.
    Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 18 Dec. 2024
Definition of generator
Noun
  • Looking back, singer-guitarist Paul Westerberg and bassist Tommy Stinson credited Dunlap for bringing a spark of creativity and energy to the band during that final run.
    Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 19 Dec. 2024
  • Without the spark of curiosity, passion and excitement often take a backseat.
    Mark Travers, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
Definition of spark
Noun
  • 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
  • Each group engages with your content differently and acts based on different triggers.
    Daria Gonzalez, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of trigger
Noun
  • In Indiana, the left law lane states that the left lane is for passing or faster-moving vehicles.
    Jade Jackson, The Indianapolis Star, 27 Dec. 2024
  • It’s been years since Nissan launched a hit vehicle.
    Mark Phelan, Detroit Free Press, 26 Dec. 2024
Definition of vehicle
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