- present tense form of arouse (3rd person singular).
arouses
Example Sentences
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So he creates drama, he attacks, arouses counter-forces, feels fear—will my luck hold?—defeats the enemy, claims triumph and relaxes.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 22, 2026
To his critics and opponents, he is dangerous egotist, someone who arouses division.
From BBC ● Mar. 1, 2024
If the jury finds that Colie was responding to a provocation that reasonably arouses fear or anger, then there is no malice under the law.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 28, 2023
Information that connects with group identities or familiar narratives—or that arouses emotion—can be particularly persuasive….
From Salon ● Apr. 21, 2023
“Here it is. It says, ‘a marvel; that which arouses awe, astonishment, surprise, or admiration.’”
From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney
