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rouse
verb as in stimulate, excite
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The US pontiff urged the world to rouse itself from "the fatal lethargy in which we are immersed".
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Can Scotland rouse themselves for World Cup finale?
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A heroic Ukraine roused a performance of spirit, endeavour and courage to stun Scotland and earn a historic World Cup play-off final against Wales.
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Women ululated—a rousing, high-pitched vocal sound usually reserved for joyous events like festivals and weddings.
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All it took to rouse Guerrero from his slump was a matchup against the Yankees, which seemed especially fitting.
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