
Electrify
Historical Context
When 'electrify' is used in a historical sense, it indicates a significant innovation.

Invention of the light bulb helped electrify cities.
Technological Upgrade
'Electrify' often marks transition from manual or old methods to modern, electric ones.

The old press was electrified to increase productivity.
Not Always Literal
Sometimes 'electrify' is used metaphorically to mean modernize or energize.

The new policies will electrify our outdated systems.
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