1
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
Key Takeaways Avoid eating large meals or consuming stimulants like caffeine, alcohol, or nicotine close to bedtime to improve sleep and support blood pressure management.
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Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 1 Apr. 2026
Some studies have suggested a link to stimulants prescribed for ADHD.
—David Cox, NBC news, 25 Mar. 2026
While the number of stimulants prescribed by psychiatrists remained relatively stable, there was a significant increase in prescriptions from primary care providers and nurse practitioners.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 17 Mar. 2026
Despite the divine assistance of stimulants and hallucinogens, looking for paradise in the middle of a desert party is a hopeless path.
—Álex Maroño Porto, The Atlantic, 14 Mar. 2026
Naloxone, the active drug in Narcan, is only effective on opioids and not on stimulants like cocaine, which would suggest the substance Dick used was adulterated with an opiate such as fentanyl.
—Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 4 Mar. 2026
By 1998, burnt out on stimulants and anticipating a Y2K apocalypse, Land had a breakdown, left academia, and dropped off the map.
—James Duesterberg, New Yorker, 18 Feb. 2026
Recreational use of stimulants and performance-enhancing drugs, and high doses of caffeine, can also exacerbate heart issues.
—CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
The emails show, however, that Epstein wrote to Musk more than 50 times, in total—congratulating him on a successful rocket launch, recommending stimulants, or asking if his workload was getting better.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 13 Feb. 2026
Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 1 Apr. 2026
Some studies have suggested a link to stimulants prescribed for ADHD.
—David Cox, NBC news, 25 Mar. 2026
While the number of stimulants prescribed by psychiatrists remained relatively stable, there was a significant increase in prescriptions from primary care providers and nurse practitioners.
—Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 17 Mar. 2026
Despite the divine assistance of stimulants and hallucinogens, looking for paradise in the middle of a desert party is a hopeless path.
—Álex Maroño Porto, The Atlantic, 14 Mar. 2026
Naloxone, the active drug in Narcan, is only effective on opioids and not on stimulants like cocaine, which would suggest the substance Dick used was adulterated with an opiate such as fentanyl.
—Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 4 Mar. 2026
By 1998, burnt out on stimulants and anticipating a Y2K apocalypse, Land had a breakdown, left academia, and dropped off the map.
—James Duesterberg, New Yorker, 18 Feb. 2026
Recreational use of stimulants and performance-enhancing drugs, and high doses of caffeine, can also exacerbate heart issues.
—CBS News, 18 Feb. 2026
The emails show, however, that Epstein wrote to Musk more than 50 times, in total—congratulating him on a successful rocket launch, recommending stimulants, or asking if his workload was getting better.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 13 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stimulants
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The abundant risks and perverse incentives of the sharenting industry have, in recent years, inspired some well-meaning legislation.—
Jessica Winter,
New Yorker,
7 Apr. 2026
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The core problem, attorney fee incentives, was left untouched.—
Tom Manzo,
Oc Register,
6 Apr. 2026
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Ethanol, the type of alcohol in spirits, has a much lower freezing point than water, meaning high-proof liquors remain liquid even at subzero temperatures.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
5 Mar. 2026
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Most alcohol is included, so bars like Crystal Cove off the Atrium, the Starlight Club cabaret, pub-style Avenue Saloon, Connoisseur Club cigar bar, and Luxe Night Club are also included, unless guests want top-shelf wines or liquors, which are also available.—
Scott Laird,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Feb. 2026
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All through the park, competitors and onlookers hit vapes and shout tips and encouragements into trees.—
Calin Van Paris,
Outside,
19 Mar. 2026
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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.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
30 Oct. 2025
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There will also be frozen cocktails and shareable drinks like Spill the Tea, a punch with vodka, nigori sake, lychee, jasmine and citrus.—
Connie Ogle,
Miami Herald,
6 Apr. 2026
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The dispenser has two separate water lines leading into the crew module, allowing the rehydration of food, making drinks and maintaining crew hydration.—
Jennifer Borresen,
USA Today,
5 Apr. 2026
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Diarrhea Limit foods and beverages that contain sugar alcohols, high-fructose corn syrup and lactose, which might make diarrhea worse.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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Even if a fragrance features those winning base notes that Morgan outlined, a formulation that relies heavily on synthetics or alcohols may be a red flag for smelling cheap.—
Alexis Berger,
StyleCaster,
16 Mar. 2026
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To check whether progesterone was the trigger, the researchers removed the female from the barrier tank and replaced her with conical plastic tubes coated with various chemical stimuli, sliding them into the small holes of the wall divider.—
Jacek Krywko,
ArsTechnica,
2 Apr. 2026
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These materials can change shape in response to external stimuli such as heat or electricity, offering more efficient and compact actuation.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Mar. 2026
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Eco effort No plastic bottles of water nor tiny beauty amenities in-room.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Apr. 2026
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Clase Azul, of course, is known for its ultra-premium tequilas (and the striking bottles that hold its spirits); now the brand is taking you on an exclusive journey through its lineup just in time for the warmer weather.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
6 Apr. 2026
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Ancient Mayans later believed cenotes were sacred portals to the underworld, where gods and spirits dwelled.—
Ryan Brennan,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Apr. 2026
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Ancient Mayans believed cenotes were sacred portals to the underworld, where gods and spirits dwelled.—
Ryan Brennan
April 4,
Miami Herald,
4 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Stimulants.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stimulants. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.
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