catalyze
Example Sentences
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It catalyzed a shift in my life’s work, and a decision to dedicate the rest of my career to improving it.
From MarketWatch
Not far from Peartree Lane, a slow-moving slide continues to shift land in the Portuguese Bend area, first catalyzed in 1946.
From Los Angeles Times
Its movement can catalyze gas emissions, spur earthquakes and deform the volcano’s exterior.
From Scientific American
“It creates a spark. It inspires more people… These are catalyzing moments.”
From Seattle Times
City Hall and catalyzed widespread support for government reform, particularly around the city’s redistricting process.
From Los Angeles Times
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
