as in revival
the act or an instance of bringing something back to life, public attention, or vigorous activity
the actor's appearance in a hit movie has led to the resuscitation of a career that had been on life support
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Recent Examples of resuscitation
Several units from the first manufacturing cycle have already been sold – proof of the high demand and the enthusiasm among fans for the resuscitation of this iconic model.
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New Atlas, 4 Mar. 2025
Later that day, Sherrell was found unresponsive and resuscitation efforts were unsuccessful.
—Forum News Service, Twin Cities, 12 Mar. 2025
Darnold’s career resuscitation is even more abrupt and surprising.
—Sam Farmer, Los Angeles Times, 10 Jan. 2025
The medical staff tried whatever was necessary to restore his blood circulation with two surgeries, two resuscitations, and sixty pints of blood.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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New Atlas, 4 Mar. 2025
Later that day, Sherrell was found unresponsive and resuscitation efforts were unsuccessful.
—Forum News Service, Twin Cities, 12 Mar. 2025
Darnold’s career resuscitation is even more abrupt and surprising.
—Sam Farmer, Los Angeles Times, 10 Jan. 2025
The medical staff tried whatever was necessary to restore his blood circulation with two surgeries, two resuscitations, and sixty pints of blood.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for resuscitation
Noun
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Francis, meanwhile, is one of this season's biggest breakouts thanks to his role opposite Nicole Scherzinger in the razor-sharp revival of Sunset Blvd., Andrew Lloyd Webber's iconic musical.—
Dave Quinn,
People.com,
11 May 2025
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The revival of the popular cooking competition is now hosted by Brian Malarkey.—
Ryan Schwartz,
TVLine,
10 May 2025
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In recent years, Maven has experienced a resurgence in popularity through his candid YouTube channel.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 May 2025
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Cottage Cheese Protein: 23.5 g in 1 cup (2% fat) Cottage cheese has experienced a resurgence in popularity and rivals chicken in terms of protein content.—
Nancy LeBrun,
Verywell Health,
8 May 2025
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The symbolism of eggs The egg has long been known as a symbol of rebirth.—
Irene Coltrinari,
Vogue,
25 Apr. 2025
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Kate survived Bronte’s Inferno, as the media covers it, and wears the burn scars on the right side of her body like a symbol of rebirth.—
Sara Netzley,
EW.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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The renewal is for Season 3. Krapopolis, which is currently in Season 2, was previously picked up for Seasons 3 and 4.—
Ryan Schwartz,
TVLine,
10 May 2025
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During the first three months of the year, Marcolin announced the early renewal until 2032 of its license agreement for the design, production and international distribution of Max Mara sunglasses and optical frames, confirming and further strengthening the partnership signed in 2020.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
9 May 2025
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But despite the frequency of resurrections within the Star Wars universe, Windu remains canonically dead — for now.—
Wesley Stenzel,
EW.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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The late pontiff had requested that the funeral be simple and focused on Christ's resurrection.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Apr. 2025
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“Resuscitation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resuscitation. Accessed 16 May. 2025.
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