as in incentive
something that arouses action or activity
seeing a Broadway play for the first time was the stimulus for her career in the theater
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Recent Examples of stimulus
In 2020 and 2021, Congress passed three major stimulus measures in response to data showing that Covid had damaged the economy.
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German Lopez, New York Times, 1 Jan. 2025
The data released on Tuesday adds to tentative signs that the world’s No. 2 economy is recovering after authorities announced a raft of stimulus measures in late September.
—Dave Smith, Fortune Asia, 31 Dec. 2024
The credit is a refundable credit for individuals who did not receive one or more Economic Impact Payments, also known as stimulus payments.
—Jalen Williams, Detroit Free Press, 24 Dec. 2024
China’s services activity expanded at the fastest pace in nine months while the manufacturing sector grew for a third straight month, signaling improving domestic demand after Beijing’s stimulus blitz.
—Dave Smith, Fortune Asia, 31 Dec. 2024
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German Lopez, New York Times, 1 Jan. 2025
The data released on Tuesday adds to tentative signs that the world’s No. 2 economy is recovering after authorities announced a raft of stimulus measures in late September.
—Dave Smith, Fortune Asia, 31 Dec. 2024
The credit is a refundable credit for individuals who did not receive one or more Economic Impact Payments, also known as stimulus payments.
—Jalen Williams, Detroit Free Press, 24 Dec. 2024
China’s services activity expanded at the fastest pace in nine months while the manufacturing sector grew for a third straight month, signaling improving domestic demand after Beijing’s stimulus blitz.
—Dave Smith, Fortune Asia, 31 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stimulus
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While much of the Republican tax agenda involves continuing measures the party passed in 2017, Mr. Trump and other Republicans have floated additional ideas, including no taxes on tips and new incentives for corporations to manufacture in the United States.Andrew Duehren, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2025
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Turning policy into progress is never straightforward, but these diverse approaches show that substantial advancements are achievable when guided by clear targets, market incentives, and supportive legislation.Angelica Krystle Donati, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
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This structural inequity points to a shortfall in the current retirement landscape and should be an impetus for companies to consider redesigning their retirement benefit plans.Shahar Ziv, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
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But according to a team source, the impetus for Burnes’ six-year, $210 million deal stemmed more from increases in revenues from attendance and sponsorship and the standard competitive-balance tax proceeds.Ken Rosenthal, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
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By Emily Tannenbaum More people than not had words of encouragement or solidarity, and even those who didn’t have time to stop and speak with me told me to stay safe or keep well and wished me luck.Kate Lavelle, Glamour, 13 Jan. 2025
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Coupled with a friend’s encouragement, Carrie established CompassionCare Concierge to share her talents with her community.Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 10 Jan. 2025
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While flipping the script on Finland is the focus, the historical significance of a gold medal win has long been part of the team’s motivation heading into the tournament.Julian McKenzie, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
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When turnover is low, poor managers blend in with good ones, and even previously effective managers may grow complacent, neglecting employee motivation and productivity.Christine Michel Carter, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
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“Stimulus.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stimulus. Accessed 17 Jan. 2025.
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