stimulate

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Starting in 2008, the Fed launched a series of emergency bond-buying programs, first to stabilize markets during the financial crisis, and later to stimulate the economy when cutting short-term rates to near zero wasn’t enough.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

In “Undertone,” all of the horror tropes are window dressing — elements to stimulate the eye while Tuason plays with the ear.

From Salon • Mar. 15, 2026

So the rhetoric from leaders at this NPC who pledged to "vigorously stimulate consumer demand" will be welcomed.

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026

The findings clarify how polyamines stimulate cancer cell growth through biological routes that differ from those involved in healthy aging.

From Science Daily • Mar. 2, 2026

He suggested that I try taking Clomid, a drug meant to stimulate egg production, for a couple of months.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama