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ferments

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present tense third-person singular of ferment

as in provokes

to bring (something volatile or intense) into being the various social and economic factors that fermented the major cultural change during the U.S. during the 1960s

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Recent Examples of ferments Sourdough starter is a slow leavener that ferments the dough, which is what makes sourdough bread healthier. — Victoria Spencer, Martha Stewart, 18 July 2026 My personal favorite is A Pizzeri, where Michele, its pizza master, slowly ferments his dough everyday and maintains a large stack of olive branches for firewood. — Denny Lee, Travel + Leisure, 16 June 2026 In Olivia’s storage basement, Thomas ferments food scraps for use in future dishes. — Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 4 Jan. 2026 Sauerkraut is made of a combination of cabbage and salt, while kimchi ferments vegetables such as cabbage and radishes with a mix of seasonings. — Lauren Manaker Ms, Health, 22 Dec. 2025 Richards ferments half of his Chenin in stainless steel and the other half in neutral oak barrels to keep the style fresh and fruit driven, which is why wine directors such as Master Sommelier Vincent Morrow of Union Square Hospitality Group has it on his list. — Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 30 Nov. 2025

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The rooms were part of Kusama’s ongoing exploration of self-obliteration and her career-long ambition to create work that provokes a keen awareness of both one’s individual insignificance and place in the wider cosmic system.

— Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 28 Aug. 2026
Now, new research reveals this kind of high-intensity training provokes a remarkably robust response throughout the bloodstream.

— Will Stone, NPR, 24 Aug. 2026

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Key Takeaways Eating three dates in the morning can support blood sugar and digestion throughout the day by providing fiber that slows the absorption of sugar and promotes regular bowel movements.

— Abby Norman, Verywell Health, 2 Sep. 2026
Living according to these rules holds up a divine standard for others to see and follow, which promotes harmony and order between people.

— The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 1 Sep. 2026

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And autonomy raises the cost of error, because outputs turn into actions.

— Emily Lewis-Pinnell, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026
The Federal Open Market Committee typically raises rates to help tame inflation, which rose faster than paychecks over the year in July and has remained above the Fed’s 2% target for five years.

— Rachel Barber, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026

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