Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kick-starting
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Last month, Raman tried without success to put a measure on the June 2 ballot that would have scaled back the types of properties covered by the tax, in hopes of jump-starting apartment construction.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Feb. 2026 -
The United States is preparing to take control of tens of millions of barrels of Venezuelan oil as part of a sweeping, three-phase strategy aimed at stabilizing the country, jump-starting its economy and steering toward a political transition, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Wednesday.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
7 Jan. 2026
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In a state known globally as ground zero for whiskey and bourbon, two Tennessee distilleries are resurrecting absinthe as a modern go-to spirit for curious palates and cocktail enthusiasts.—
David Cook,
Southern Living,
4 Mar. 2026
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In a single year, he was named a first-team All-American, won the Heisman and beat his hometown team, the Miami Hurricanes, in the College Football Playoff National Championship en route to resurrecting Indiana’s football program.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
27 Feb. 2026
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Eget is known for cultivating comedic talent and revitalizing comedy venues.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
10 Mar. 2026
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For many, including DeGrange, the watershed center is important to revitalizing the bucolic town, which has witnessed the closures of a restaurant and cafe that were previously nerve centers for the community.—
Chase Hunter,
Mercury News,
8 Mar. 2026
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Now in New York, he is tasked with both furthering and reviving a pitching ecosystem that last June appeared the envy of the major leagues, only to fall flat on its face down the stretch.—
Tim Britton,
New York Times,
12 Mar. 2026
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In Asia, governments from Vietnam to the Philippines are reviving flexible work orders to curb fuel demand, and across Europe, ministers are urging residents to skip the commute to save gas.—
Tristan Bove,
Fortune,
12 Mar. 2026
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Mantha and Brazeau are a couple of power forward monsters, Brazeau realizing his potential and Mantha resuscitating his while the two primarily play on the same line.—
Josh Yohe,
New York Times,
3 Mar. 2026
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Fuel analysts say resuscitating the industry won’t be easy.—
Rob Nikolewski,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Jan. 2026
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Alpert likes to match her bedding mood to seasons and uses the rejuvenating sage gingham during the spring months.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
4 Mar. 2026
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The seven measures approved Wednesday are just the first step toward rejuvenating local production, which is still down significantly over five-year averages.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
4 Mar. 2026
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And restarting production can take weeks, experts say.—
Nabih Bulos,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Mar. 2026
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Almost one year ago, the Saudis stunned crude traders by rapidly restarting production that had been halted since 2023, ignoring widespread warnings that global oil markets were already plentifully supplied.—
Grant Smith,
Fortune,
1 Mar. 2026
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Their costs will fall, the batteries will allow motorists to drive farther without recharging, and the reliability will undoubtedly rise.—
Stephen Moore,
Boston Herald,
26 Feb. 2026
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The farm is adjacent to the Cerros de la Carpintera Protected Zone, also known as the Coris Wetland, a vast swath that’s been protected from development for decades due to its sensitivity and role in recharging aquifers.—
Paul Flahive,
Austin American Statesman,
25 Feb. 2026
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“Kick-starting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kick-starting. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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