wakes (up)

verb

Definition of wakes (up)next
present tense third-person singular of wake (up)
as in zips (up)

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  1. awakens
  2. stirs
  3. stimulates
  4. energizes
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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
  • 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
Definition of awakens
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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
  • Even an eventual death in the family stirs no major histrionics.
    Dennis Harvey, Variety, 21 Dec. 2024
Definition of stirs
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  • Retinol, derived from vitamin A, accelerates cell turnover, smooths fine lines, and stimulates collagen and elastin production.
    Jenny Berg, Allure, 19 Dec. 2024
  • In addition to reducing your chance of developing chronic diseases like diabetes, cancer and heart disease, exercise stimulates the immune system.
    Katia Hetter, CNN, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of stimulates
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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
  • 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
Definition of energizes
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