activate
verb (used with object)
to make active; cause to function or act.
activation
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a word derived from
activate.
Example Sentences
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"Mechanistically, we found that butyrate acts on IECs and induces sustained transcriptional and epigenetic activation of Sat1, an acetylpolyamine biosynthetic enzyme," Yu said.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 21, 2026
The sense of community and camaraderie among individuals from around the globe is instantly evident as the team arrive and gather in a small room to begin their activation work and receive light physiotherapy.
From BBC ● Aug. 10, 2026
Hanna: QVC and HSN required activation energy—you had to pick up the phone, locate your credit card, confirm your shipping address.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 5, 2026
GLP-1 medications reduce inflammation and improve metabolic health, which can decrease chronic immune activation, one of the major drivers of accelerated aging in people with HIV.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 14, 2026
“Get on the platform,” she said as she hit the activation button.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
