as in stimulus
something that arouses action or activity
Her expulsion from the university proved to be a catalyst for needed change.
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Recent Examples of catalyst
That game proved to be an early catalyst for change and O’Brien’s introduction helped Everton in and out of possession, bringing them a composure in particular on the ball.
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Patrick Boyland, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
The doc comes five years after Floyd was murdered by a white police officer, which was the catalyst for the Black Lives Matter protests of summer 2020.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 27 Mar. 2025
By implementing these strategies, organizations can use AI as a catalyst for deeper collaboration, stronger decision-making, and truly inclusive innovation.
—Keith Ferrazzi, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
Demin has been the catalyst for the Cougars in this NCAA Tournament.
—Sam Blum, The Athletic, 25 Mar. 2025
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Patrick Boyland, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
The doc comes five years after Floyd was murdered by a white police officer, which was the catalyst for the Black Lives Matter protests of summer 2020.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 27 Mar. 2025
By implementing these strategies, organizations can use AI as a catalyst for deeper collaboration, stronger decision-making, and truly inclusive innovation.
—Keith Ferrazzi, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
Demin has been the catalyst for the Cougars in this NCAA Tournament.
—Sam Blum, The Athletic, 25 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for catalyst
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Most taxpayers eligible for economic impact payments, known as stimulus checks, have already received them.—
Shahar Ziv,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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This tool could change how NC police test for DWIs April 4, 2025 3:38 PM Read Next North Carolina Could NC residents get a $5,000 DOGE stimulus check in 2025?—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Apr. 2025
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On Tuesday, Reuters reported that Venezuela’s exports of crude oil and fuel fell 11.5% in March, according to ship tracking data and documents.—
Spencer Kimball,
CNBC,
1 Apr. 2025
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The United Nation’s World Food Programme (WFP) said all 25 of its bakeries in the enclave had shut, citing the lack of flour and fuel.—
Kareem Khadder,
CNN Money,
1 Apr. 2025
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Such tools could save people time and energy in everyday tasks while aiding with fields like medical research.—
Clare Duffy,
CNN Money,
2 Apr. 2025
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Customers can use the store locator tool to confirm hours for their local restaurant.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2025
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Littlejohn maintained his innocence, though, claiming that his co-conspirator Glenn Bethany pulled the trigger.—
Brenna Ehrlich,
Rolling Stone,
29 Mar. 2025
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The sight of strangers or unexpected knocks on the door trigger panic and tears, out of fear that death will follow.—
Dominique Soguel,
Christian Science Monitor,
28 Mar. 2025
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The official cause of death for Miller Gardner has been revealed following a two-week investigation.—
Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
3 Apr. 2025
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The identity of the body has not been officially confirmed, and the cause of death is yet to be determined, police said.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Apr. 2025
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German lawmakers moved quickly to establish a funding mechanism for a huge increase in German defense spending; now Sweden is following suit.—
David Axe,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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The only modifications: noting that the approximately $9 tourist levy introduced in February 2024 is in fact mandatory, and upping enforcement mechanisms for broader compliance with the rules.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
28 Mar. 2025
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Use this as an impetus to dig deep into your brand’s strategy, to diversify it, to reinforce any weak points—to be bold, get creative and innovate.—
Alison Bringé,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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Pray that this can be an impetus for his conversion.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
20 Mar. 2025
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Alvarez’s patented heroics would’ve been welcomed, but advancing Paredes to second base or putting the ball in play would’ve sufficed — anything to ignite a spark while facing Giants ace Logan Webb.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
2 Apr. 2025
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Miller had a spark in his eyes, an outgoing and feisty personality, and a warm and loving nature.—
Ashley J. DiMella Fox News,
FOXNews.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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“Catalyst.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/catalyst. Accessed 12 Apr. 2025.
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