as in to revive
to bring back to life, practice, or activity
the trip to Ireland rekindled her interest in learning Gaelic
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Recent Examples of rekindle
The first of five installments introduces audiences to the series' hero — New York police officer John McClane (Bruce Willis) — who has traveled to Los Angeles hoping to rekindle a romance with his estranged wife, Holly (Bonnie Bedelia).
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Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 6 June 2026
Nothing can rekindle your love for hosting and lounging outside like a new set of outdoor furniture.
—Tessa Cooper, Southern Living, 6 June 2026
At the very least, rekindle connections once a year to wish a happy new year or to check in over the summer about vacation plans.
—Caroline Ceniza-Levine, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026
Their characters, ranch tycoon Beulah and local vet Everett, were romantically involved at one point but are no longer, though Beulah seems keen to rekindle their relationship.
—Julia Moore, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026
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Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 6 June 2026
Nothing can rekindle your love for hosting and lounging outside like a new set of outdoor furniture.
—Tessa Cooper, Southern Living, 6 June 2026
At the very least, rekindle connections once a year to wish a happy new year or to check in over the summer about vacation plans.
—Caroline Ceniza-Levine, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026
Their characters, ranch tycoon Beulah and local vet Everett, were romantically involved at one point but are no longer, though Beulah seems keen to rekindle their relationship.
—Julia Moore, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rekindle
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Businesses are betting on the World Cup, night markets and cultural events to revive Olvera Street.—
Angela Osorio,
Los Angeles Times,
22 June 2026
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Trump administration backs Arizona rules blocked by courts Republicans are hoping to revive state voter registration laws in Arizona that lower courts said conflict with federal rules and suppress the vote.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
21 June 2026
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While no protest, demonstration, or amount of organizing can resurrect the dead, perhaps such actions can chart a new course.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
17 June 2026
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Like for instance when Arkansas decided to cut its tennis program last month, which was then resurrected by donors who came to their rescue at the last minute to keep the sport alive in Fayetteville.—
Trey Wallace,
FOXNews.com,
16 June 2026
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The effort comes as Colorado officials have renewed concerns about mountain pine beetles.—
Spencer Wilson,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
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And extreme sports accidents renew calls for stricter regulations.—
David Hickey,
NBC news,
22 June 2026
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“Rekindle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rekindle. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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