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Electrify

usgb/ɪˈlektrɪfaɪ/Volume
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Historical Context

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

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Invention of the light bulb helped electrify cities.
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Technological Upgrade

'Electrify' often marks transition from manual or old methods to modern, electric ones.

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The old press was electrified to increase productivity.
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Not Always Literal

Sometimes 'electrify' is used metaphorically to mean modernize or energize.

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The new policies will electrify our outdated systems.
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