as in breathtaking
causing great emotional or mental stimulation
the presentation on the international aid organization was galvanizing and thought-provoking
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as in thrilling
to cause a pleasurable stimulation of the feelings
theatergoers were galvanized by the actor's powerhouse performance as Hamlet
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Recent Examples of galvanizing
Daron James, Los Angeles Times, 6 Dec. 2024
Hope and unity can be found in youth orchestras with galvanizing conductors around the world.
—Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 5 Dec. 2024
Climate finance should be considered as a way of galvanizing efficiency rather than as a cost sink.
—Saleem H. Ali, Forbes, 23 Nov. 2024
Emotional intelligence plays a vital role in delivering exceptional customer experiences, influencing buyers and galvanizing customer loyalty.
—Alan Winters, Forbes, 9 Oct. 2024
Parts of the law were struck down by the Supreme Court, but not before galvanizing a generation of Latino voters and activists.
—Rachel Monroe, The New Yorker, 4 Oct. 2024
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Sound envelops the scene with a balance between the chaos of the crowd and the galvanizing score as Walker brings us closer into the fight.
—Daron James, Los Angeles Times, 6 Dec. 2024
Hope and unity can be found in youth orchestras with galvanizing conductors around the world.
—Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 5 Dec. 2024
Climate finance should be considered as a way of galvanizing efficiency rather than as a cost sink.
—Saleem H. Ali, Forbes, 23 Nov. 2024
Emotional intelligence plays a vital role in delivering exceptional customer experiences, influencing buyers and galvanizing customer loyalty.
—Alan Winters, Forbes, 9 Oct. 2024
Parts of the law were struck down by the Supreme Court, but not before galvanizing a generation of Latino voters and activists.
—Rachel Monroe, The New Yorker, 4 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for galvanizing
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Often referred to as the European Hawaii, this stunning destination offers breathtaking landscapes, authentic markets and exquisite wines.Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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This cheating would have been breathtaking, breathtaking.TIME Staff, TIME, 12 Dec. 2024
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This thrilling toy gets kids off the couch, away from screens and enjoying the benefits of outdoor play.The View, ABC News, 11 Dec. 2024
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Reaching 60 mph from a standstill in under five seconds was quite possible, and both its crisp induction sound and wonderfully throaty exhaust tone made one thrilling soundtrack at wide-open throttle.Peter Nelson, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Now, Sailors can jump aboard any of our ships across an endless variety of exciting destinations for an entire year.Alex Ledsom, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
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Yet Wilmot-Sitwell claims the more exciting opening is from an under-the-radar luxury operator, Kazazian, whose modernist all-white boats are the sleekest way to experience the Nile.Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 7 Dec. 2024
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Last year, electrifying transportation became the largest area of energy transition investment, with around $634 billion spent worldwide.Erika Page, The Christian Science Monitor, 10 Dec. 2024
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This week brought an electrifying mix of art, fashion, and cultural celebration, as Black stars illuminated the scene with unforgettable moments.Okla Jones, Essence, 10 Dec. 2024
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Storks Are Fascinating Beyond Their Brood Reducing Ways Despite their ruthless parenting, storks are fascinating creatures with other interesting traits.Scott Travers, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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However, the puzzles are rarely straightforward, using homophones and wordplay, among other techniques, to keep things interesting.Dan Perry, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
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When John Magaro was eyeballing acting as a living and soaking up ’70s movies in college, Dustin Hoffman’s career looked awfully inspiring.Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 18 Dec. 2024
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Leadership is often idealized as a force for good—driving positive change, inspiring teams and achieving ambitious goals.Benjamin Laker, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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When Venus was in Scorpio, the whimsical goth aesthetic was an instant hit, bringing a dark, romantic vibe with an intriguing edge.Valerie Mesa, People.com, 8 Dec. 2024
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Samantha Masunaga wrote an intriguing (and somewhat troubling) story this week about Hollywood’s problem with retaining the casual moviegoer.Mark Olsen, Los Angeles Times, 6 Dec. 2024
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Sure, electric vehicles are more efficient than conventional oil-guzzling cars—but their benefit applies only if the overall use of personal cars drops.Vijay Kolinjivadi, TIME, 14 Dec. 2024
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This expansive project comes on the heels of Toyota's $1.3 billion for battery electric vehicle, or BEV production announcement from February.Olivia Evans, The Enquirer, 14 Dec. 2024
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