arouse
verb (used with object)
to stir to action or strong response; excite.
are arousing
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present progressiveof arouse.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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“We believe that today there has been an awakening, we are arousing hope and conviction in the people,” said the 64-year-old diplomat and lawmaker.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 27, 2023
The finds that, among these materials, have, I gather, caused most excitement and are arousing most expectation are two as yet unread rolls of copper.
From The New Yorker ● May 6, 1955
Khomeini's plans, however, are arousing concern among many Iranians, particularly members of ethnic and religious minorities.
From Time Magazine Archive
There were hints from the Administration last week that the President may be willing to accompany his honeyed words to critics with substantive compromises on the policies that are arousing public worry.
From Time Magazine Archive
Every time you say /'I'/ you are arousing that great fire and power within you — that power can bring you untold misery or unhappiness to others as well as yourself.
From Dorothy's Mystical Adventures in Oz by Robert J. Evans
