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  • present participle of arouse.

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What is certain is that “Now I Surrender” stubbornly fights against the kind of engagement its author is preternaturally good at arousing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026

"The continuation of the trial is tearing us apart from within, arousing fierce divisions, intensifying rifts," the premier said in a video statement, referring to the split between his supporters and opponents.

From Barron's • Nov. 30, 2025

Their only sin, as things stand, is arousing disgust.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2025

When you’re a teenager, everything is inspiring, arousing, heartbreaking and hilarious.

From Salon • May 17, 2025

He dared not go to him for fear of arousing suspicion in the swineherd, and as he turned away that moment the old dog died.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton




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