Example Sentences

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In clinical psychology, a treatment known as behavioral activation helps people recover from depression by re-engaging with meaningful activities instead of withdrawing.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

Medical-alert and emergency-call monitoring systems involve the cost of equipment, installation and activation in addition to monthly fees.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026

I was in charge of kicking off the activation on the final day of Coachella Weekend 1, which is an underrated job because it means that you get to set the tone for the day.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

This leads to stronger internal signaling, which increases T-cell activation, boosts cytokine production, and improves the cells' ability to kill tumors.

From Science Daily • Apr. 10, 2026

She sets the upgraded Cog into its installer and presses the activation button.

From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera