COMMOVES Synonyms: 26 Similar and Opposite Words

commoves

verb

present tense third-person singular of commove

as in stimulates

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As the cooling metal tool depuffs swollen tissues and stimulates microcirculation, the peptide-rich cream works beneath the surface to rebuild structural volume.

— Christa Joanna Lee, Glamour, 23 Oct. 2026
Stronger muscles put more tension on the bones, which stimulates greater bone cell turnover.

— Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 20 Oct. 2026

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The base incentive rate for qualifying film and television projects is 5% to 25% depending on in-state spend (a minimum of $250,000), with uplifts possible.

— Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 10 Sep. 2026
Venus will also be in harmony with lucky Jupiter, which uplifts the energetic atmosphere with joy, charm and possibility.

— Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 17 Aug. 2026

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What excites me about Shanghai is how Chinese designers are combining experimentation, craftsmanship and their own cultural references with a contemporary, international vision.

— Denni Hu, Footwear News, 21 Oct. 2026
What excites you the most about the Caribbean music scene right now?

— Kyle Denis, Billboard, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of excites

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That prompted Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara last February to call on insurers to pay 100% of their policyholders’ contents coverage limits without a detailed inventory, noting some already did.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 3 Feb. 2026
The cooler chills contents down to -4 degrees Fahrenheit, so there is no need for ice!

— Nora Colomer may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom., FOXNews.com, 23 Aug. 2024

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