stimulate

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Starting in 2008, the Fed launched a series of emergency bond-buying programs, first to stabilize markets during the financial crisis, and later to stimulate the economy when cutting short-term rates to near zero wasn’t enough.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

In “Undertone,” all of the horror tropes are window dressing — elements to stimulate the eye while Tuason plays with the ear.

From Salon • Mar. 15, 2026

High prices stimulate producers to find more supplies, and consumers to cut consumption.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 13, 2026

So the rhetoric from leaders at this NPC who pledged to "vigorously stimulate consumer demand" will be welcomed.

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026

For a time Lee tried to stimulate Adam to awareness, but Lee was a busy man.

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck