as in incentive
something that arouses action or activity
taxation without representation proved to be the yeast of rebellion
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Recent Examples of yeast
Excessive licking can result in the breakdown of the skin’s natural barriers leading to secondary yeast or bacterial infections and as such, the licking continues.
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Dr. Devon B. Smith, Baltimore Sun, 10 Jan. 2025
Another key ingredient is tea tree oil, an antiseptic that can soothe inflammation in the scalp, dissolve buildup, and even inhibit the growth of dandruff-causing yeast.
—Jenny Berg, Allure, 1 Jan. 2025
Once the yeast is spent and bubbles are created, most winemakers leave the entire business on the dead yeast for years to add even more complexity.
—Katie Kelly Bell, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
In a gallon-sized plastic bag, add the yeast, warm water, sugar, brandy, lemon zest, oil, egg and flour.
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—Christine Rousselle, Fox News, 21 Dec. 2024
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Dr. Devon B. Smith, Baltimore Sun, 10 Jan. 2025
Another key ingredient is tea tree oil, an antiseptic that can soothe inflammation in the scalp, dissolve buildup, and even inhibit the growth of dandruff-causing yeast.
—Jenny Berg, Allure, 1 Jan. 2025
Once the yeast is spent and bubbles are created, most winemakers leave the entire business on the dead yeast for years to add even more complexity.
—Katie Kelly Bell, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
In a gallon-sized plastic bag, add the yeast, warm water, sugar, brandy, lemon zest, oil, egg and flour.
2.
—Christine Rousselle, Fox News, 21 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for yeast
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The Wolverines were so invested in talent retention that a One More Year Fund was launched to, as the name suggests, provide financial incentives for stars like Blake Corum to stay for one more year instead of turning pro.—
Matt Baker,
The Athletic,
20 Jan. 2025
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Once a steadfast critic of Trump’s policies, Snoop’s presence on this stage left fans questioning whether financial incentives or a strategic rebranding motivated his change of heart.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
20 Jan. 2025
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Michelle says that while the impending inauguration may have been the impetus behind the event, the celebration was so much more than its context.—
Oliver Haug,
Them,
20 Jan. 2025
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Russian analysts say that the impetus from Washington to revive diplomacy represents a potential sea change.—
Fred Weir,
The Christian Science Monitor,
17 Jan. 2025
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By offering the bears verbal encouragement—and treats like carrots and apples—keepers can train them to participate in their own medical care: for example, by teaching the animals to hold out a paw for a blood draw or stand up on cue for a visual examination of the torso and legs.—
Meilan Solly,
Smithsonian Magazine,
24 Jan. 2025
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In the hours and days that followed Andrews’ heartbreaking drop in the corner of the end zone, his teammates offered praise and words of encouragement.—
Sam Cohn,
Sun Sentinel,
24 Jan. 2025
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What to Know The new payments, known as Recovery Rebate Credit (RRC), are being sent to eligible taxpayers who did not claim federal stimulus checks they were entitled to as part of their tax returns for 2021.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
24 Jan. 2025
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From bailing out financial institutions in 2008 to funding government stimulus programs during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Fed has consistently prioritized political expediency over economic fundamentals.—
Dave Birnbaum,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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The swingman’s stats have also faltered this past month, with his scoring and shooting attempts dropping drastically, which many have attributed to Butler’s uninspired play and seeming lack of motivation.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
28 Jan. 2025
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Proving a fire was started by arson is easy and the motivation is often implicitly obvious, Nazzaro said.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN,
27 Jan. 2025
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“Yeast.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/yeast. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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