commove

verb

Definition of commovenext
as in to stimulate

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  1. stimulate
  2. uplift
  3. inspire
  4. excite
Verb
  • Chan’s parents always treated their back pain from laborious food industry jobs with acupuncture and cupping, the practice of using cups or suction on the skin to stimulate blood flow and the flow of chi, or energy.
    — Cara Kelly, USA Today, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Featured in over-the-counter topical products, the vitamin A derivative is found ubiquitously in anti-aging skin-care products, selected for its ability to increase cell turnover and stimulate collagen.
    — Ellie Davis, Vogue, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of stimulate
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  • From career milestones to new releases to major announcements and those little important moments, Billboard editors highlight uplifting moments in Latin music.
    — Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Her life offers a powerful blueprint for selfless advocacy, demonstrating how to use one's position to uplift others and challenge injustice.
    — Janice Gassam Asare, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of uplift
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  • Chelsea, despite missing out on a late move for Lamine Camara, and Tottenham have improved considerably, but that is more a reflection of previous dysfunction — and a lighter schedule — than inspired recruitment.
    — Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2026
  • The museum plaza’s sweeping bridge creates a canopy of welcoming shade (inspired by Expo Park’s own trees), which the city — particularly this part — desperately needs.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of inspire
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  • Lee said during the news conference introducing Luiz that the team’s medium-term projection excited him greatly.
    — Daniel Sperry, Kansas City Star, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Ndiaye in particular has excited fans and could be a shrewd addition.
    — Sam Lee, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of excite
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“Commove.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commove. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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