rewake

verb

(ˌ)rē-ˈwāk How to pronounce rewake (audio)
Definition of rewakenext
as in to revive
to bring back to life, practice, or activity the media coverage of the dramatic escape has rewaked concerns about security at the prison

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rewake
  1. revive
  2. resurrect
  3. renew
Verb
  • Yet as the branch of government closest to the people, Congress holds a unique spot in the system of checks and balances — one that is revived every two years as voters choose their representatives in the midterm elections, including this fall.
    — Lisa Mascaro, Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2026
  • In the weeks ahead, Kavanaugh would work long hours on legislation to help the airline industry survive and create a federal terrorism insurance program later credited with reviving commercial development in New York City and throughout the nation.
    — Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of revive
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  • Smith was flat-out bad last season after playing good ball and resurrecting his career in Seattle.
    — Ted Nguyen, New York Times, 7 Sep. 2026
  • Now, after years of fits, false starts and attempts to resurrect the badge, Bultaco is back in the motorcycle conversation once again.
    — Bultaco, New Atlas, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of resurrect
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  • Spotify’s deal, which includes naming rights for the Camp Nou, was renewed in October 2025 for a further four seasons.
    — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026
  • The move in Treasury yields was driven mostly by the soaring price of energy, which has renewed fears of an inflation crisis.
    — Steve Kopack, NBC news, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of renew
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“Rewake.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rewake. Accessed 12 Sep. 2026.

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