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
Dr Peel says the fact that existing nuclear sites generally have "miles of empty land around them" means that anyone in the vicinity arouses suspicion.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2025
Observing, handling and smelling real dried mealworms reduces their disgust and arouses their curiosity.
From Salon • Mar. 19, 2023
He cited Philippine national hero Jose Rizal’s description of justice “as the foremost virtue of the civilizing races. It subdues the barbarous nations while injustice arouses the weakest.”
From Seattle Times • Mar. 2, 2023
My voice took on the strident tone of virtuous outrage which automatically arouses suspicion.
From "Travels with Charley in Search of America" by John Steinbeck
