as in energizing
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as in triggering
to cause to function
the thermostat is set to activate the heating system only when the temperature drops below 65 degrees
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Recent Examples of activating
Greta Cross, USA TODAY, 26 Dec. 2024
Arsenal have decided against activating an option to extend Kieran Tierney’s contract by an extra year.
—James McNicholas, The Athletic, 25 Dec. 2024
The sleeve was also successfully used to deliver a virtual stroking sensation, by sequentially activating the pouches one after another.
—Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 23 Dec. 2024
The Rams will receive a boost this week after activating tight end Tyler Higbee, who will make his 2024 debut against the Jets.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 22 Dec. 2024
The Miami Dolphins will go a third consecutive Sunday without activating Pro Bowl edge rusher Bradley Chubb since his return to practice after a year-long rehab from a significant knee injury.
—David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 21 Dec. 2024
Following puberty, women have approximately 300,000 ovarian follicles, with a small subset of them periodically activating and entering the growing pool, a process which repeats every month until menopause.
—Juergen Eckhardt, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
Emotes are movements that players can perform, like activating a positive dance after victory over an opponent.
—George Yang, Rolling Stone, 19 Dec. 2024
With Fury activating the rematch clause that was included in the contract for their first fight, Usyk requested that he be allowed to hold onto his IBF title for a second meeting with Fury instead of facing mandatory challenger Daniel Dubois, a man Usyk had knocked out in August 2023.
—Trent Reinsmith, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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When purchasing the same package but activating PayPal Rewards, rather than using his affiliate link, MegaLag reported earning about 89 cents in cashback.
—Greta Cross, USA TODAY, 26 Dec. 2024
Arsenal have decided against activating an option to extend Kieran Tierney’s contract by an extra year.
—James McNicholas, The Athletic, 25 Dec. 2024
The sleeve was also successfully used to deliver a virtual stroking sensation, by sequentially activating the pouches one after another.
—Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 23 Dec. 2024
The Rams will receive a boost this week after activating tight end Tyler Higbee, who will make his 2024 debut against the Jets.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 22 Dec. 2024
The Miami Dolphins will go a third consecutive Sunday without activating Pro Bowl edge rusher Bradley Chubb since his return to practice after a year-long rehab from a significant knee injury.
—David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 21 Dec. 2024
Following puberty, women have approximately 300,000 ovarian follicles, with a small subset of them periodically activating and entering the growing pool, a process which repeats every month until menopause.
—Juergen Eckhardt, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
Emotes are movements that players can perform, like activating a positive dance after victory over an opponent.
—George Yang, Rolling Stone, 19 Dec. 2024
With Fury activating the rematch clause that was included in the contract for their first fight, Usyk requested that he be allowed to hold onto his IBF title for a second meeting with Fury instead of facing mandatory challenger Daniel Dubois, a man Usyk had knocked out in August 2023.
—Trent Reinsmith, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for activating
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During the coronavirus pandemic, Americans faced economic hardship and instability, sparking the federal government to send out several rounds of stimulus checks.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
4 Jan. 2025
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The video has since resurfaced in the new year, sparking a wave of nostalgia as fans pointed out how some of Kim's predictions missed the mark, especially with two of her sisters.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
4 Jan. 2025
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Sustained powerful winds reaching nearly 100 miles per hour are driving fast-moving wildfires near Los Angeles, spewing smoke, destroying homes, closing roads, and forcing thousands of people to evacuate.—
Vox Staff,
Vox,
8 Jan. 2025
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Josh told Christina while driving.—
Tracy Wright,
Fox News,
8 Jan. 2025
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Investors focused instead on the bank running leaner and generating better-than-expected profitability.—
Matthew J. Belvedere,Zev Fima,
CNBC,
4 Jan. 2025
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The video has delighted internet users since it was shared, generating more than 328,300 views and 38,000 likes at the time of writing.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
4 Jan. 2025
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The scene will probably be inspiring and riveting — Oscar ready.—
Christopher Borrelli,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Jan. 2025
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So, whether you’re drawn to laugh-out-loud moments, edge-of-your-seat thrillers, or inspiring tales of resilience, 2025 is poised to serve some must-watch TV for you and yours.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
14 Jan. 2025
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“Activating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/activating. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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