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as in incentives
something that arouses action or activity
the relaxed zoning regulations should serve as a stimulant for development in the area
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as in liquors
a distilled beverage that can make a person drunk
I always take a bottle of stimulant along on trips, for emergencies like plane crashes or earthquakes
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Recent Examples of stimulants
Others can act as stimulants that increase energy levels in the body, reducing sleep and relaxation, such as the B-complex vitamins and caffeine.
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Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 6 Jan. 2026
Mendelson said truck drivers during the 1950s were taking stimulants to stay awake, and the military uses them to this day.
—Kevin Krause, Dallas Morning News, 6 Jan. 2026
Basically, stimulants were linked with improved cognitive performance – but only for those with ADHD who had insufficient sleep.
—New Atlas, 3 Jan. 2026
Avoid stimulants and instead include foods rich in tryptophan, such as banana, a glass of warm milk with a little honey, or a handful of almonds.
—Mónica Heras, Vogue, 30 Dec. 2025
Deaths of elderly Americans attributable to a combination of fentanyl and stimulants increased by 9,000 percent between 2015 and 2023.
—Rosa Lyster, Harpers Magazine, 30 Dec. 2025
The new study's findings shouldn't undermine clinicians' confidence in the effectiveness of stimulants for ADHD, Kay says.
—Jon Hamilton, NPR, 27 Dec. 2025
Pre-workout supplements combine various amino acids and stimulants to help boost energy and performance during your workout.
—Carley Millhone, Health, 11 Dec. 2025
The year 2015 marked the onset of the fourth wave of the opioid crisis, when fentanyl-stimulants began to drive the increase in overdose deaths, data shows.
—Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 17 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stimulants
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Kansas and Missouri have spent the past 18 months trying to secure the team through sweeping stadium-funding incentives packages — which the Chiefs used last month to announce their intentions for a move to Kansas.—
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The country is largely focused on a self-sufficiency drive to build up its chipmaking capabilities, a push that’s included readying a new round of incentives of as much as $70 billion for the chip sector.—
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For cocktails that use stronger liquors, prepare your drinks ahead of time so the cocktail cube has a chance to melt slightly before serving.—
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The Best Liquors For Eggnog The most traditional alcohol choices for spiking eggnog are dark, warming liquors that complement its rich, custardy base.—
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In October 2024 ahead of her own stay at MSG, Billie Eilish recorded encouragements to take the subways for environmental benefits.—
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Hints, counsels, warnings, remonstrations, even encouragements are, in the end, of limited value.—
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Post-Prohibition, when the spirit was flowing back into the United States, planter’s punch became one of many tropical drinks that surged in popularity.—
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Staying well hydrated supports kidney function, while certain drinks may increase inflammation, worsen blood sugar control, or add unnecessary sodium and phosphorus.—
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Sugar alcohols are known to cause digestive side effects in some people, such as bloating, gas, and diarrhea, especially when eaten in large portions.—
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Their approach uses alcohols in combination with an inexpensive, widely available iron catalyst, offering a sustainable and practical solution.—
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By this decade, your body has started to naturally lose muscle mass, and putting on new muscle may be more difficult due to anabolic resistance, which blunts the muscle’s ability to respond to external stimuli like exercise and protein.—
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Word games, information sleuthing, instructional videos, and even just chatting with friends can provide positive stimuli.—
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During the investigation, officers found liquor bottles hidden throughout the house, some of them empty, according to the release.—
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Modern Warrior’s notice about Friday’s recall of Modern Warrior Ready’s 60-count bottles doesn’t appear on its website, but is posted to the FDA site.—
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Despite its name, the bar operates as a globally minded cocktail destination with equal attention paid to other spirits, along with small bites and an impressive cigar selection.—
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And for Dirty Shirleys, different spirits, including vodka, gin, tequila and vermouth can be substituted.—
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“Stimulants.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stimulants. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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