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stimulation
noun [U] /ˌstɪm.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən/Definition
› an action or thing that causes someone or something to become more active or enthusiastic, or to develop or operate: While she was at home looking after her children, she felt deprived of intellectual stimulation.specialized Electric stimulation can help to heal fractured bones.Excitement, interest, energy and enthusiasm
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- dalliance noun
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- glamour noun
- glitter noun (EXCITEMENT)
- gusto noun
- hoo-ha noun
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- juice noun (ABILITY)
- romance noun
- sensation noun (EXCITEMENT)
- shiver (up and) down your spine idiom
- spice noun (INTEREST)
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- stir noun (EXCITEMENT)
- suspense noun
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