stimulate

Example Sentences

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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

Unlike most cattle, she has lived a long life in a complex and stimulating environment.

From Science Daily

"It seemed as if the 'biscuit' neuron was learning to stimulate the 'Bigger?' neuron," says Mormann.

From Science Daily

The climb in energy prices is eroding a key pillar of support for U.S. shares—bets that the Federal Reserve would cut interest rates more this year, lowering corporate borrowing costs and stimulating the economy.

From The Wall Street Journal

All of which would stimulate demand for, yes, bonds.

From MarketWatch