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spark⋅plug

[spahrk-pluhg]
–verb (used with object), -plugged, -plug⋅ging. Informal.
to lead, inspire, or animate something or someone.

Origin:
v. use of spark plug
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spark·plug   (spärk'plŭg')   
tr.v.   spark·plugged, spark·plug·ging, spark·plugs Informal
To inspire or energize (an endeavor, for example).
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