gingering (up)

Definition of gingering (up)next
present participle of ginger (up)
as in stimulating
to give life, vigor, or spirit to find some human-interest anecdotes that will ginger up this news article on the recent downturn in the economy

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stimulating
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  • The funding aims to enhance all-weather roads, stormwater drainage, street lighting, and public markets to improve transport connections, reduce flooding, and boost public safety, while also stimulating the local economy.
    Paige Bruton, semafor.com, 6 Apr. 2026
  • Xie said the massage is based on traditional Chinese medicine, focusing on stimulating acupressure points around the eyes.
    Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 6 Apr. 2026
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“Gingering (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gingering%20%28up%29. Accessed 8 Apr. 2026.

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