as in vitalizing
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as in stimulating
to give life, vigor, or spirit to
a teacher who knows how to energize history lessons with little-known but interesting facts about long-ago people
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Recent Examples of energizing
Sean Gregory, Time, 4 Feb. 2026
On the court, Texas men’s and women’s basketball teams drew attention throughout January, with home games energizing fans during conference play.
—Ricardo B. Brazziell, Austin American Statesman, 1 Feb. 2026
Williams was saluted in song by not only Timberlake — who ran through an energizing medley of his collaborations with the songwriter-producer — but current Grammy nominees Clipse and Leon Thomas.
—Gail Mitchell, Billboard, 30 Jan. 2026
Formulated with hyaluronic acid and aloe water, the energizing balm has restored moisture under my eyes while helping to smooth out fine lines and wrinkles.
—Melony Forcier, InStyle, 30 Jan. 2026
After all, both Venus (March 30) and Mars (May 18) will be in Taurus, charming and energizing your public 10th house of career and reputation.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 27 Jan. 2026
Mosaic, ceramic, porcelain, glass tiles can dictate whether the tone of the space is vibrant and energizing or tranquil and toned down.
—Jennifer Beck Goldblatt, Architectural Digest, 23 Jan. 2026
For founders, this can be energizing rather than restrictive.
—Gustaf Lundberg Toresson, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
The transition from Capricorn’s seriousness to Aquarius’ curiosity feels energizing.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 18 Jan. 2026
Verb
As a 10-time world champion who’s entering her fifth, and final, Winter Olympics, American hockey star Hilary Knight, 35, has played a key role in energizing one of the greatest rivalries in all of sports.
—Sean Gregory, Time, 4 Feb. 2026
On the court, Texas men’s and women’s basketball teams drew attention throughout January, with home games energizing fans during conference play.
—Ricardo B. Brazziell, Austin American Statesman, 1 Feb. 2026
Williams was saluted in song by not only Timberlake — who ran through an energizing medley of his collaborations with the songwriter-producer — but current Grammy nominees Clipse and Leon Thomas.
—Gail Mitchell, Billboard, 30 Jan. 2026
Formulated with hyaluronic acid and aloe water, the energizing balm has restored moisture under my eyes while helping to smooth out fine lines and wrinkles.
—Melony Forcier, InStyle, 30 Jan. 2026
After all, both Venus (March 30) and Mars (May 18) will be in Taurus, charming and energizing your public 10th house of career and reputation.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 27 Jan. 2026
Mosaic, ceramic, porcelain, glass tiles can dictate whether the tone of the space is vibrant and energizing or tranquil and toned down.
—Jennifer Beck Goldblatt, Architectural Digest, 23 Jan. 2026
For founders, this can be energizing rather than restrictive.
—Gustaf Lundberg Toresson, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
The transition from Capricorn’s seriousness to Aquarius’ curiosity feels energizing.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 18 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for energizing
Verb
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Protein helps build and preserve muscle by supplying amino acids and stimulating muscle protein synthesis, especially when coupled with strength training.—
Amy Brownstein,
Verywell Health,
9 Feb. 2026
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The researchers found that targeting this network with brain-stimulating treatments could better alleviate the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease.—
Allison Parshall,
Scientific American,
4 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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As the nation honors Black History Month, stories of resilience, innovation, and community impact take center stage — none more inspiring than the journey of Trish Miller.—
Jobina Fortson-Evans,
CBS News,
11 Feb. 2026
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For fans at home, watching a professional athlete battle through injury can be inspiring.—
Dana Santas,
CNN Money,
10 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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After such an activating start to the year, you’re invited to rest, reflect, and reconnect with your spiritual side.—
Dossé-Via Trenou,
Refinery29,
29 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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No quips or inspirational quotes.—
Evan Grant,
Dallas Morning News,
10 Feb. 2026
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But none aped the style of an actual Super Bowl ad more cleverly than this one, clearly modeled after Budweiser’s ads that tend to feature horses and inspirational voiceovers.—
Omar L. Gallaga,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Amid the blowback surrounding the controversial outing, Kid Rock took to social media Thursday to share a motivational quote from the Los Angeles Lakers star, who died in a helicopter crash in early 2020.—
Karu F. Daniels,
New York Daily News,
7 Feb. 2026
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With an experiential exhibit on Anne Frank and a robust schedule of motivational speaking engagements, film screenings, tours, and workshops, this important museum is the only one of its kind in the world.—
Kathryn Romeyn,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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In fact, this was a galvanizing moment in my relationship with Brian Grazer that ultimately would lead us to launch a company.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
13 Aug. 2025
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Mamdani’s victory in the financial capital of the world was seen as a galvanizing moment for the progressive wing of the party and a sign of an insurgent mood among its base.—
Solcyré Burga,
Time,
10 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The cringe factor is really great and anxiety-inducing.—
Destiny Jackson,
Deadline,
27 Jan. 2026
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For Greendeer, this is the latest example of hits that are at once fierce and panic-inducing.—
Natalie Eilbert,
jsonline.com,
16 Jan. 2026
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“Energizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/energizing. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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