as in breathtaking
causing great emotional or mental stimulation
the presentation on the international aid organization was galvanizing and thought-provoking
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as in thrilling
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 galvanizing
Eric Nehm, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
Just forcing overtime would have been galvanizing enough.
—Joe Smith, The Athletic, 28 Dec. 2024
Yoon’s gamble backfired spectacularly, galvanizing many in the vibrant Asian democracy to call for his removal.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN, 14 Dec. 2024
Later, her anguish over his unjust plight—and her inability to rectify it—is both a galvanizing force and a heartrending reality.
—Stephanie Zacharek, TIME, 13 Dec. 2024
Bob Herman Could this be a galvanizing event to broader health care reform?
—Miranda Kennedy, Vox, 10 Dec. 2024
Sound envelops the scene with a balance between the chaos of the crowd and the galvanizing score as Walker brings us closer into the fight.
—Daron James, Los Angeles Times, 6 Dec. 2024
Hope and unity can be found in youth orchestras with galvanizing conductors around the world.
—Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 5 Dec. 2024
Climate finance should be considered as a way of galvanizing efficiency rather than as a cost sink.
—Saleem H. Ali, Forbes, 23 Nov. 2024
Verb
After a potentially galvanizing comeback effort Tuesday in Indiana, the Bucks came out flat in Milwaukee two nights later.
—Eric Nehm, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
Just forcing overtime would have been galvanizing enough.
—Joe Smith, The Athletic, 28 Dec. 2024
Yoon’s gamble backfired spectacularly, galvanizing many in the vibrant Asian democracy to call for his removal.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN, 14 Dec. 2024
Later, her anguish over his unjust plight—and her inability to rectify it—is both a galvanizing force and a heartrending reality.
—Stephanie Zacharek, TIME, 13 Dec. 2024
Bob Herman Could this be a galvanizing event to broader health care reform?
—Miranda Kennedy, Vox, 10 Dec. 2024
Sound envelops the scene with a balance between the chaos of the crowd and the galvanizing score as Walker brings us closer into the fight.
—Daron James, Los Angeles Times, 6 Dec. 2024
Hope and unity can be found in youth orchestras with galvanizing conductors around the world.
—Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 5 Dec. 2024
Climate finance should be considered as a way of galvanizing efficiency rather than as a cost sink.
—Saleem H. Ali, Forbes, 23 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for galvanizing
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The other half of my heritage traces back to Igbo culture, originating from Southeast Nigeria, a country famous for its bronze and terracotta art, breathtaking landscapes and vibrant Afrobeats scene.—
Ranyechi Udemezue,
Vogue,
16 Mar. 2025
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After years of tight restrictions on foreign property ownership, a recent court ruling has opened the door for international buyers to purchase land in one of the country’s most breathtaking locations.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
14 Mar. 2025
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Elsewhere in the interview, the Australian actress revealed that the movie — in which Kidman plays a woman having an affair with a younger man — was thrilling for her.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Jan. 2025
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With such fine margins at play, a thrilling title race is effectively guaranteed.—
Neel Shelat,
Forbes,
1 Jan. 2025
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Embrace the opportunity to try something new and exciting; there’s always room for improvement.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
20 Mar. 2025
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The discovery now raises new and exciting questions about the processes that shaped the universe's first galaxies.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
20 Mar. 2025
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Jey Uso’s already electrifying entrance was enhanced by overhead footage, Travis Scott smoking a blunt indoors and even Michael Cole jumping on the announce table alongside Pat McAfee to yeet.—
Alfred Konuwa,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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Then there is the amazing metal guitarist Rene Benton, who’s ready to blow listeners away with his electrifying performances and intricate compositions that really showcase his skills.—
SPIN Contributor,
SPIN,
7 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Most have been donated over the years, with new toys often coming into circulation, which parents say keeps it fun and interesting for the kids.—
Maura Fox,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Mar. 2025
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Sprinkle Them Throughout Your Decor Regardless of their fiscal value, antiques often become the most interesting object in a room, says del Balzo.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The energy, the insights, and the collective drive to shape the future of decentralized finance were truly inspiring.—
Sandy Carter,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
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Coordinators shared stories both inspiring and dispiriting, of students and teachers excitedly embracing this more tactile, less judgmental kind of math – and of some administrators who still see math as liver and have resisted the state's efforts to convince them otherwise.—
Cory Turner,
NPR,
17 Mar. 2025
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Click here to get breaking crime news, ongoing trial coverage and details of intriguing unsolved cases in the True Crime Newsletter.—
Christine Pelisek,
People.com,
20 Mar. 2025
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His paintings became increasingly textured, with sculpted grooves and warps that generate their own intriguing lighting effects.—
Alex Greenberger,
ARTnews.com,
20 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Officials have been planning for years to bring the future Buc-ee’s, a 74,000-square-foot location that will be one of the largest in the country with 120 gas pumps and 12 electric vehicle charging stations.—
Chris Higgins,
Kansas City Star,
14 Mar. 2025
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The innovations developed here could influence the future of all electric vehicles.—
Jenn Nelson,
Forbes,
14 Mar. 2025
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“Galvanizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/galvanizing. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.
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