as in incentives
something that arouses action or activity
taxation without representation proved to be the yeast of rebellion
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Recent Examples of yeasts
In the cellar, fermentations rely on native yeasts cultivated from the estate, allowing each parcel to express its character with minimal intervention.
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Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 13 Mar. 2026
Probiotic foods contain good-for-you bacteria and yeasts.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 12 Mar. 2026
Repp indicated that incorrect alcohol readings would only happen in samples with enough sugars and yeasts to trigger fermentation.
—Julie Johnson, San Francisco Chronicle, 12 Mar. 2026
Studies show that concentrated clove products, such as clove oil, may be effective against certain bacteria, yeasts, and viruses in test-tube and animal studies.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 5 Mar. 2026
Kombucha Kombucha is made by combining tea with sugar, which serves as food for the symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeasts (SCOBY) during fermentation.
—Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 26 Feb. 2026
Many Belgian yeasts impart a hint of banana, as well, which works with the chocolate on another level.
—Jay R. Brooks, Mercury News, 4 Feb. 2026
Candida, a genus of yeasts, is the most common cause of fungal infections worldwide, according to Roberts.
—Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 8 Jan. 2026
Going too hard on probiotic supplements… On the surface, taking a probiotic supplement—a pill, capsule, powder, or gummy packed with beneficial microbes, including bacteria and yeasts—might seem like a no-brainer strategy for boosting your gut microbiome.
—Caroline Tien, SELF, 12 Dec. 2025
Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 13 Mar. 2026
Probiotic foods contain good-for-you bacteria and yeasts.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 12 Mar. 2026
Repp indicated that incorrect alcohol readings would only happen in samples with enough sugars and yeasts to trigger fermentation.
—Julie Johnson, San Francisco Chronicle, 12 Mar. 2026
Studies show that concentrated clove products, such as clove oil, may be effective against certain bacteria, yeasts, and viruses in test-tube and animal studies.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 5 Mar. 2026
Kombucha Kombucha is made by combining tea with sugar, which serves as food for the symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeasts (SCOBY) during fermentation.
—Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 26 Feb. 2026
Many Belgian yeasts impart a hint of banana, as well, which works with the chocolate on another level.
—Jay R. Brooks, Mercury News, 4 Feb. 2026
Candida, a genus of yeasts, is the most common cause of fungal infections worldwide, according to Roberts.
—Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 8 Jan. 2026
Going too hard on probiotic supplements… On the surface, taking a probiotic supplement—a pill, capsule, powder, or gummy packed with beneficial microbes, including bacteria and yeasts—might seem like a no-brainer strategy for boosting your gut microbiome.
—Caroline Tien, SELF, 12 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for yeasts
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Some have looked to the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority’s development arm for incentives.—
Chris Higgins,
Kansas City Star,
31 Mar. 2026
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For brands, variable changes tied to product design and material choices could create financial incentives to reduce environmental impact.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
30 Mar. 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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Luis Alvarado, a Republican political analyst, says that Bianco has political motivations of his own.—
Laurie Perez,
CBS News,
30 Mar. 2026
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The interior worlds of these women remain obscured and their motivations go unexplored.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
19 Mar. 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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The go-for-broke concept, which includes a high-tech heist, a high-speed truck chase and a massive explosion of Cheetos dust, shows the levels to which marketers must ascend to capture consumer attention in media venues that constantly offer new stimuli.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
26 Mar. 2026
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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.—
Heather Jones,
Verywell Health,
1 Apr. 2026
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Some studies have suggested a link to stimulants prescribed for ADHD.—
David Cox,
NBC news,
25 Mar. 2026
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