actuating

present participle of actuate

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for actuating
Verb
  • The existing podium of the nearby Palace of Youth has been extended to merge with the theater’s base, further enhancing connectivity and activating the area as a vibrant public space.
    Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 14 Mar. 2025
  • Engaging in conversations about race requires activating System 2—the slower, more intentional way of thinking—to disrupt those patterns and build deeper awareness.
    Ashley B. Stewart, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • So what’s driving the need for these changes?
    Melissa Cristina Márquez, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
  • By forcing his posts to the top of feeds, elevating like-minded voices, and driving critics off the platform, Musk revealed the raw power of ownership.
    Jackie Snow, Quartz, 14 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • 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
  • View 12 Images View gallery - 12 images In June 1974, the offices of the Summa Corporation in LA were broken into, sparking the revelation of one of the oddest and boldest stories in the history of espionage.
    David Szondy, New Atlas, 4 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • Yet the gold trade is booming, enriching generals and propelling the fight.
    Saif Hasnat Atul Loke, New York Times, 24 Dec. 2024
  • And some happen later, propelling teams to a postseason run.
    Colton Pouncy, The Athletic, 16 Dec. 2024
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“Actuating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/actuating. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.

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