as in to excite
to cause a pleasurable stimulation of the feelings
theatergoers were galvanized by the actor's powerhouse performance as Hamlet
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Recent Examples of galvanize
Andre Chevalier, Sierra Canyon Andre Chevalier knows how to galvanize players to believe in one common goal — and fast.
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Tarek Fattal, Daily News, 26 Mar. 2026
Featuring four distinct stories (including Overlook hit MLM), this zany, bloody, wacko tale of inequality is sure to galvanize anyone who has ever felt lost in a sea of menial repetitious tasks.
—William Earl, Variety, 25 Mar. 2026
The news stunned California, where Chavez rose to national prominence in the mid-1960s as a galvanizing force for better pay and working conditions for agricultural laborers.
—Kevinisha Walker, Los Angeles Times, 23 Mar. 2026
This hint as to the future of the community galvanized La Jollans to organize and take control of that future.
—Richard Dahlberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Mar. 2026
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Tarek Fattal, Daily News, 26 Mar. 2026
Featuring four distinct stories (including Overlook hit MLM), this zany, bloody, wacko tale of inequality is sure to galvanize anyone who has ever felt lost in a sea of menial repetitious tasks.
—William Earl, Variety, 25 Mar. 2026
The news stunned California, where Chavez rose to national prominence in the mid-1960s as a galvanizing force for better pay and working conditions for agricultural laborers.
—Kevinisha Walker, Los Angeles Times, 23 Mar. 2026
This hint as to the future of the community galvanized La Jollans to organize and take control of that future.
—Richard Dahlberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for galvanize
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The team is excited by Thornton, who made the team as an undrafted rookie last season.—
Mike Kaye
March 26,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Mar. 2026
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The most powerful story of my life is this, among all the others, the one that excites me the most.—
Angie Martoccio,
Rolling Stone,
26 Mar. 2026
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Hudler is also thrilled to see what Howard brings to the broadcast team.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
1 Apr. 2026
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The layout of the bedrooms was ideal for our crew, with us two young families laying claim to the upstairs, my niece and nephew thrilled to be in the only room with two beds.—
Lara Kramer,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The man who once electrified golf fans around the world is picking up the pieces from yet another mess he’s made.—
CNN.com Wire Service,
Mercury News,
30 Mar. 2026
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Toyota's decision to electrify the Highlander, but not the Grand Highlander, comes as environmental groups have criticized the world's largest automaker for being late to converting to producing fully electric vehicles.—
Keith Laing,
USA Today,
28 Mar. 2026
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The new menu reflects a broader trend in stadium dining, where teams are looking into unique and locally inspired food items, while also enhancing the overall game day experience.—
Jasmine Arenas,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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While breakfast and lunch are served à la carte, Chef Luca’s dinner menu changes daily, inspired by the season and its available ingredients.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 Apr. 2026
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“Galvanize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/galvanize. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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