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The story is about a scientist who claimed that he could resurrect the dead.
He is trying to resurrect his acting career.
an old government program that is being resurrected
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With green aliens dancing in the background, Smith sang a portion of the catchy tune and resurrected dance moves from the music video.
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Sandra Gonzalez, CNN, 15 Apr. 2024
As the United States slowly emerged from these economic difficulties, inflation spikes are now resurrecting consumer fear and restraining buying power.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 12 Apr. 2024
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Sandra Gonzalez, CNN, 15 Apr. 2024
As the United States slowly emerged from these economic difficulties, inflation spikes are now resurrecting consumer fear and restraining buying power.
—Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 12 Apr. 2024
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“Resurrect.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/resurrect. Accessed 3 May. 2024.
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resurrect
verb
res·ur·rect
ˌrez-ə-ˈrekt 
1
: to raise from the dead : bring back to life
2
: to bring to attention or into use again
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