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as in arouses
to give life, vigor, or spirit to
research into alternative energy sources has been stimulated by this funding increase
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as in provokes
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 stimulates
In addition to reducing your chance of developing chronic diseases like diabetes, cancer and heart disease, exercise stimulates the immune system.
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Katia Hetter, CNN, 19 Dec. 2024
Retinol, derived from vitamin A, accelerates cell turnover, smooths fine lines, and stimulates collagen and elastin production.
—Jenny Berg, Allure, 19 Dec. 2024
In theory, the policy eases access to funds, stimulates economic activity and boosts demand.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 11 Dec. 2024
Badia said the city’s contemporary art scene, with its diverse range of galleries and museums, further stimulates creativity and fosters a forward-thinking approach to fashion.
—Fairchild Studio, WWD, 7 Dec. 2024
The fermentation process in kombucha creates tyramine—a compound that stimulates your nervous system—and trace amounts of caffeine.
—Bryan Robinson, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
Fifth, magnesium stimulates protein synthesis, helping to keep muscle mass intact and strong.
—Bryant Stamford, The Courier-Journal, 5 Dec. 2024
According to a small study, the acidity of the lemon also stimulates the secretion of gastric juices—a digestive fluid in the stomach that can help break down food.
—Anna Bader, Glamour, 3 Dec. 2024
That's what stimulates collagen to reduce wrinkles and scarring.
—Ashley May, Axios, 3 Dec. 2024
Katia Hetter, CNN, 19 Dec. 2024
Retinol, derived from vitamin A, accelerates cell turnover, smooths fine lines, and stimulates collagen and elastin production.
—Jenny Berg, Allure, 19 Dec. 2024
In theory, the policy eases access to funds, stimulates economic activity and boosts demand.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 11 Dec. 2024
Badia said the city’s contemporary art scene, with its diverse range of galleries and museums, further stimulates creativity and fosters a forward-thinking approach to fashion.
—Fairchild Studio, WWD, 7 Dec. 2024
The fermentation process in kombucha creates tyramine—a compound that stimulates your nervous system—and trace amounts of caffeine.
—Bryan Robinson, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
Fifth, magnesium stimulates protein synthesis, helping to keep muscle mass intact and strong.
—Bryant Stamford, The Courier-Journal, 5 Dec. 2024
According to a small study, the acidity of the lemon also stimulates the secretion of gastric juices—a digestive fluid in the stomach that can help break down food.
—Anna Bader, Glamour, 3 Dec. 2024
That's what stimulates collagen to reduce wrinkles and scarring.
—Ashley May, Axios, 3 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stimulates
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Meanwhile, the lead character has to deal with his parents, sister, a new friend at school and a peculiar older boy who stirs perplexing feelings in him.Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 23 Dec. 2024
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Even an eventual death in the family stirs no major histrionics.Dennis Harvey, Variety, 21 Dec. 2024
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None feels authentic, at least until a messy affair with the unsettling, slightly feral Samuel (Harris Dickinson) encourages her to try out a kind of role-play that’s wholly new.Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 24 Dec. 2024
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Its energy encourages practical decision-making, helping this Earth sign channel its disciplined mind into tangible success while staying resilient in the face of setbacks.Valerie Mesa, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
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Focus on producing content that entertains, educates or inspires, and take advantage of trending sounds and hashtags to expand reach.Tony Pec, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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This is critical as stakeholders demand ethical leadership that inspires trust and inclusion.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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The brain’s default mode network (DMN), responsible for creativity and processing complex ideas, activates during moments of rest.Scott Hutcheson, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Instead, a change in their finances activates the tax.Bob Carlson, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Your celestial ruler, Venus, is transiting Aquarius — your fifth house of romance, self-expression and passion — while Jupiter in Gemini energizes your expansive ninth house of exploration and higher learning.Valerie Mesa, People.com, 18 Dec. 2024
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Venus in Aquarius energizes your 11th house of friendships and future goals, encouraging you to align with like-minded individuals who inspire and support your growth.Valerie Mesa, People.com, 18 Dec. 2024
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That same energy animates Abe Beame’s illuminating story on the resurgence of repertory theaters in the post-COVID cinema world.Longreads, Longreads, 19 Dec. 2024
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In an era of identity politics and culture wars, community sponsorship programs seem able to trigger a personal sense of responsibility for caring for others that animates people to override their partisan and social boundaries on an issue that is otherwise defined by them.Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
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Back to the present, what excites you most about creating nail art?Sarah Y. Wu, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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What excites others is not what excites you.George Bradt, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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Tom’s injury awakens something in Sonic; against the recommendation of Knuckles (Idris Elba) Sonic uses the Chaos Emeralds to transcend into his Super State.Dani Di Placido, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Amid trouble, Momo awakens her hidden power and Okarun gains the power of a curse to challenge the paranormal entities!Marc Berman, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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