as in refreshed
made or become fresh in spirits or vigor
the farmers felt revived as they headed back to the fields after a hearty lunch
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as in resurrected
to bring back to life, practice, or activity
an effort to revive the once-common custom of celebrating May 1 as a springtime festival of games and dances
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as in restored
to bring back to a former condition or vigor
around mid-morning, I usually need to revive myself with a cup of strong coffee
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as in recovered
to gain consciousness again
the patient eventually revived and was able to give us her name and address
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Recent Examples of revived
Cassell Ferere, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
The editor at one revived paper said his new owner saw ongoing profitability, while other outlets will be grabbed by publishers motivated by a sense of civic duty.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 20 Aug. 2025
Vincent Z. Mercogliano, New York Times, 18 Sep. 2025
The intimate gatherings of 18 to 22 guests around an exclusive menu were recently revived with a more refined format.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2025
Meanwhile, Authentic Brands Group President of EMEA & India Henry Stupp stressed that strong brands retained an enduring connection with customers, which is why so many have been successfully revived after a period in the doldrums.
—Mark Faithfull, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Rogen’s Freaks and Geeks co-star, Jason Segel, successfully revived the franchise with 2011’s The Muppets, which grossed more than $170 million at the box office.
—Ryan Schwartz, TVLine, 17 Sep. 2025
For the iPhone Air, Apple has revived its edge-to-edge bumper cases with a transparent back.
—PC Magazine, 11 Sep. 2025
By 2020, the project had been revived and reimagined as a standalone reboot rather than a Legacy sequel, although the main AI, Ares, appeared in earlier (pre-reboot) versions of the script.
—ArsTechnica, 11 Sep. 2025
When Paramount+ revived iCarly for a three-season run starting in 2021, McCurdy elected not to join Cosgrove and their returning costars, Kress and Jerry Trainor.
—Jack Smart, PEOPLE, 10 Sep. 2025
The killing has also revived debates about race and media coverage.
—Jesus Mesa, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
Adjective
Along with new and revived looks, the new 25th Anniversary Emblem threads through the collection.
—Cassell Ferere, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
The editor at one revived paper said his new owner saw ongoing profitability, while other outlets will be grabbed by publishers motivated by a sense of civic duty.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 20 Aug. 2025
Verb
Zibanejad shifted to wing and looked revived while playing alongside Miller.
—Vincent Z. Mercogliano, New York Times, 18 Sep. 2025
The intimate gatherings of 18 to 22 guests around an exclusive menu were recently revived with a more refined format.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2025
Meanwhile, Authentic Brands Group President of EMEA & India Henry Stupp stressed that strong brands retained an enduring connection with customers, which is why so many have been successfully revived after a period in the doldrums.
—Mark Faithfull, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Rogen’s Freaks and Geeks co-star, Jason Segel, successfully revived the franchise with 2011’s The Muppets, which grossed more than $170 million at the box office.
—Ryan Schwartz, TVLine, 17 Sep. 2025
For the iPhone Air, Apple has revived its edge-to-edge bumper cases with a transparent back.
—PC Magazine, 11 Sep. 2025
By 2020, the project had been revived and reimagined as a standalone reboot rather than a Legacy sequel, although the main AI, Ares, appeared in earlier (pre-reboot) versions of the script.
—ArsTechnica, 11 Sep. 2025
When Paramount+ revived iCarly for a three-season run starting in 2021, McCurdy elected not to join Cosgrove and their returning costars, Kress and Jerry Trainor.
—Jack Smart, PEOPLE, 10 Sep. 2025
The killing has also revived debates about race and media coverage.
—Jesus Mesa, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for revived
Adjective
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Fans are also anticipating getting their first looks inside the refreshed stadium.—
Joseph Hernandez,
Kansas City Star,
22 Aug. 2025
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Each year, Indiana Landmarks releases the list to advocate for the sites in hope of educating people and attracting developers, individuals and organizations to contribute financially and help these buildings find a refreshed purpose.—
Domenica Bongiovanni,
IndyStar,
21 Aug. 2025
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Topline The early 2000s music sharing software company LimeWire — now resurrected as a crypto company by new owners — won rights to the infamous Fyre Festival in an auction that was held on eBay, reportedly beating out Ryan Reynolds’ company for the rights.—
Conor Murray,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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In 2019, Trump, in his first term, resurrected the combatant command at Peterson Space Force Base as a standalone entity after a 17-year dormancy.—
John Aguilar,
Denver Post,
14 Sep. 2025
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The country’s Tourism and Antiquities Ministry revealed on Wednesday that the 3,000-year-old bracelet belonging to King Amenemope from the Third Intermediate Period went missing from the Egyptian Museum while being restored in a laboratory.—
Charlene Gubash,
NBC news,
18 Sep. 2025
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For the five-day event, Prada and Elmgreen & Dragset are taking over the Town Hall, the 1937 landmark in King’s Cross that was recently restored into a cultural and events venue.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
18 Sep. 2025
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The Los Angeles Police Department said several pieces of evidence were recovered and will be analyzed.—
Andrew Blankstein,
NBC news,
19 Sep. 2025
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Authorities revealed that bullet casings recovered at the scene included antifascist messaging, and online messages and additional evidence from the suspect, Tyler Robinson, indicate he may have been driven by Leftist ideology.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
18 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The first is the fundamental need to rest, the second is to awaken or feel renewed energy, and the third is to heal.—
Jessica Peralta,
Oc Register,
19 Sep. 2025
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That outlook could reflect renewed concern about growth and unemployment.—
Steve Liesman,
CNBC,
16 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Fans came dressed in looks mirroring Roan's music videos, album covers and past concert outfits (one fan recreated her iconic Lady Liberty look from Governor's Ball 2024).—
Alyssa Goldberg,
USA Today,
21 Sep. 2025
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While the home’s now instantly recognized exterior appears onscreen, all interior scenes—including the kitchen, bedrooms, and living spaces—were recreated on sound stages, leaving the property itself a private residence.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
19 Sep. 2025
Verb
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When the machines came to town, everyone knew the jig was up.—
Alexander Puutio,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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However, his second run with the company came to an abrupt and reportedly contentious end just last week, as he was fired for what has been described as disciplinary reasons.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Tucked into the whispering meadows of the Netherlands, Hof van Saksen is a majestic eco-resort—a former noble estate reborn as a family-first urban oasis spanning over 160 lush acres.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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But in the final quarter, McCarthy looked a man reborn.—
Ben Morse,
CNN Money,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Revived.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/revived. Accessed 23 Sep. 2025.
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