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animate

[an-uh-meyt, an-uh-mit] / ˈæn əˌmeɪt, ˈæn ə mɪt /




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Racial equity and climate change used to animate the movement.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

Woe unto those who fail to entertain, animate or amuse.

From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026

He emerged with twins whose distinct qualities animate an awards-worthy dual performance.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 22, 2026

Such outcomes would not resolve the broader debates that animate these cases.

From Slate • Jan. 14, 2026

The torn projection struggled to glow, colors bleeding and fritzing, the shape struggling to animate, but Brigit didn't take her eyes off the beautiful lady tipping her hat.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton




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