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Galvanize

Definition

(formal) To shock or excite someone into taking action or to make a group of people excited and eager to do something; to coat something with a protective layer, typically of zinc, to prevent it from rusting.

Example Sentences

1The news of the natural disaster galvanized the community into action, prompting a massive relief effort.
2Did the announcement of the new policy galvanize support among the party's base?
3The steel pipes were galvanized to protect them from corrosion in the marine environment.
4Try to galvanize your team by setting clear goals and deadlines for the project.
5The politician's speech was intended to galvanize public opinion, but it ultimately fell flat with many voters.

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