Example Sentences

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The device, which can feel like being under the control of a puppeteer, requires manual downhill mode activation and poses risks if handled improperly.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

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

Because every part of this house, now that I think about it, has had a point of activation of curiosity.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

Just one enzyme misfiring, just one wrong protein activation, and you could have cancer.

From "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot