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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 galvanized
Margie Cullen,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
This small patio is used as a beautiful utility space thanks to a stunning galvanized sink.
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Betsy Cribb Watson,
Southern Living,
13 May 2026
Ben Paviour,
Sacbee.com,
18 June 2026
New York’s hip-hop community, like seemingly the entire city, is galvanized.
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Shaheem Reid,
Variety,
16 June 2026
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Adjective
Platner, 41, galvanized supporters who wanted a younger, blunter and more Bernie Sanders-style of politician, despite having no prior political experience.
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Margie Cullen,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
This small patio is used as a beautiful utility space thanks to a stunning galvanized sink.
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Betsy Cribb Watson,
Southern Living,
13 May 2026
Verb
The potential tax has also galvanized billionaires like Google co-founder Sergey Brin, who has poured tens of millions of dollars into ballot measures that would effectively undermine the billionaire tax.
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Ben Paviour,
Sacbee.com,
18 June 2026
New York’s hip-hop community, like seemingly the entire city, is galvanized.
—
Shaheem Reid,
Variety,
16 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for galvanized
Adjective
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Do not fertilize plants during periods of extreme heat because the stimulated growth adds more stress to the plant.
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Indeed, Coachella’s other two headliners, Bad Bunny and Blackpink, put on elaborate main-stage spectacles over the weekend that by most accounts left fans feeling both stimulated and satisfied.
Verb
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Guests visiting Hernandez's house are also thrilled to see the miniature bedroom.
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We are inspired by Taylor and Travis' commitment to giving back and thrilled to welcome them into our New York Cares family.
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Sleeping well is an important part of feeling energized, focused, and calm throughout the day.
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But the dog days of summer stand no chance against Brandon Dorlus — as energized, motivated and driven as ever after a breakthrough second season.
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Sweden likely booked its ticket to the round of 32 when Anthony Elanga electrified the packed house with a thunderous strike from the area's edge in the 62nd minute.
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Presley electrified audiences with his suggestive hip-swiveling, long sideburns, and leather jackets.
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Antonelli versus Russell in Canada came close, but this season would feel invigorated by a bit of proper beef.
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Soaring energy prices and power shortages in Africa, triggered by the Iran war, is leading to public calls for nuclear cooperation and re-invigorated interest in long-term nuclear energy plans, which are underway in more than 20 of the 54 African countries.
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Modern enterprises are excited by AI agents—software bots that can plan, reason, and act autonomously.
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The brothers were excited at that idea, but Jason Kelce said Travis might be at Chiefs training camp.
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The irony was painful in that, seemingly overnight, the very things that most enlivened and sustained me—reading, watching movies, seeing friends, making love, sitting quietly by myself—were crowded out by a child whose needs absorbed nearly all of my energy and time.
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Ahead, shop more Quince clothing inspired by Shields and Henchy.
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It’s inspired by flight, with soaring, winged architecture that echoes the spirit of travel.
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“Galvanized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/galvanized. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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