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as in to restore
to bring back to a former condition or vigor
the neighborhood was regenerated thanks to a government grant for restoring all the old buildings and creating studio spaces for artists
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as in to revive
to bring back to life, practice, or activity
dairy farming in the area was regenerated when new arrivals bought the old creamery
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as in to rehabilitate
to make better in behavior or character
the ex-convict credits his newfound faith with regenerating him beyond anything that he could have imagined
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Recent Examples of regenerate
Matthew Razak,
Space.com,
10 June 2026
The most recent season concluded with a cliffhanger, with the Fifteenth Doctor regenerating into a form resembling Rose Tyler, the companion portrayed by Billie Piper.
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Tracy Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 2026
Andrew Deutscher,
Forbes,
16 Aug. 2022
Medical experts say adults require between seven and nine hours of sleep a night, during which the body repairs, regenerates, and recovers.
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oregonlive,
9 Apr. 2020
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Verb
While Ncuti Gatwa’s Doctor did regenerate into Billie Piper at the end of the previous season, there’s very little reason to believe Piper will actually take over the role.
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Matthew Razak,
Space.com,
10 June 2026
The most recent season concluded with a cliffhanger, with the Fifteenth Doctor regenerating into a form resembling Rose Tyler, the companion portrayed by Billie Piper.
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Tracy Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 2026
Noun
To really reenergize and to lead with high positive energy, leaders must recognize and value the regenerate state.
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Andrew Deutscher,
Forbes,
16 Aug. 2022
Medical experts say adults require between seven and nine hours of sleep a night, during which the body repairs, regenerates, and recovers.
—
oregonlive,
9 Apr. 2020
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Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodríguez said electricity service has been restored to the state by 75%, potable water by 68% and road infrastructure by 90%.
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So restoring the house was kind of a project of mine.
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The latest tensions have revived memories of the xenophobic violence of 2008, which killed at least 62 people and displaced thousands.
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In May of this year, Washington revived the original 2020 proposal and reopened it for public comment.
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Unfortunately, not every animal can be safely rehabilitated or placed in a family environment.
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During that same time, almost 5,000 laterals were replaced or rehabilitated using state and MDC funding, which is typically a cost incurred by the homeowner and can cost upwards of $10,000, officials said.
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The stories from Peruvian recruits and their families are similar.
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In fact, the average life expectancy of a new recruit is about 10 days to three weeks, and once on the battlefield, their survival averages just 20-35 minutes, according to Russian military bloggers.
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These formulas are packed with ingredients that help hydrate skin (all while continuing to cleanse it), and will leave you feeling refreshed, bouncy, and moisturized.
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Best Prime Day Deals on Fashion & Beauty With summer in full swing, now is the perfect time to refresh your warm-weather style.
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But Curls Ultra aren’t solely interested in resurrecting the mysticism of the past or indulging in the parties of the present, the occasional fluttering flute solo or boisterous sax line notwithstanding.
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But some reporters seem compelled to resurrect its ghost to justify to fewer and fewer peers their bootstrapped existence.
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Winners have to go to a Florida Lottery district office to redeem these winning tickets.
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No minimum to redeem for cash back.
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The effort comes as Colorado officials have renewed concerns about mountain pine beetles.
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And extreme sports accidents renew calls for stricter regulations.
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“Regenerate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/regenerate. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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