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arouse

[uh-rouz] / əˈraʊz /


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In 1909, the Automobile Club of America staged a cross-country auto race to arouse popular interest in what was still a mode of transportation mostly for the affluent.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

“Depositing the money all at once would probably arouse less suspicion with the bank than making a continuing series of deposits just under $10,000,” says Mark Luscombe, principal analyst for Wolters Kluwer Tax & Accounting.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 9, 2025

Ethan must hide his intentions so as to not arouse suspicion, but his behavior is highly irregular, and folks who know him notice.

From Salon • Dec. 13, 2024

Mr Kane, who was charged with possessing written material intended or likely to stir up hatred or arouse fear, was released on bail under conditions.

From BBC • Aug. 12, 2024

While she napped, we would creep past her bed, afraid to arouse the slumbering master.

From "The Color of Water: A Black Man's Tribute to His White Mother" by James McBride




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