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as in to restore
to bring back to a former condition or vigor
supporters of preservation hope to recreate the architectural splendor that the old movie theater had when it first opened
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as in to play
to engage in activity for amusement
an old summer resort where families have been recreating for over a century
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or recreate
as in to reconstruct
to make (something) exist or appear to exist again
The museum staff re-created the entire village based on historical drawings and descriptions. The performers re-create famous Civil War battles.
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Recent Examples of recreate
David Harris, SPIN, 16 June 2026
The setup was designed to mimic the late-spring conditions grizzlies typically experience in the wild, which the zoo regularly tries to recreate as part of its enrichment program.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 16 June 2026
The rest of the film is essentially an attempt to recreate the shock and tension of that first scene over and over, with increasingly diminishing returns.
—Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 15 June 2026
Fuleihan, the first deputy mayor under Zohran Mamdani, has to now recreate that task force, which includes the NYPD, Parks Department, Transportation Department and Department of Consumer and Worker Protection.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 15 June 2026
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Trying to recreate the past is even trickier.
—David Harris, SPIN, 16 June 2026
The setup was designed to mimic the late-spring conditions grizzlies typically experience in the wild, which the zoo regularly tries to recreate as part of its enrichment program.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 16 June 2026
The rest of the film is essentially an attempt to recreate the shock and tension of that first scene over and over, with increasingly diminishing returns.
—Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 15 June 2026
Fuleihan, the first deputy mayor under Zohran Mamdani, has to now recreate that task force, which includes the NYPD, Parks Department, Transportation Department and Department of Consumer and Worker Protection.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 15 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for recreate
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Iran had not charged tolls on the Strait of Hormuz before the war, meaning the deal largely restores conditions that existed before it.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
15 June 2026
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State biologists also consider prescribed burns, 88,000 of which take place each year, as essential for restoring prairies, forests and marshes with new growth.—
Martin E. Comas,
The Orlando Sentinel,
14 June 2026
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But questions remain about whether will decide to play elsewhere or close the chapter on his storied career.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
17 June 2026
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Allen plays Roxie, a dying wife and mother who arrives in the trauma bay during the show’s second season.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
17 June 2026
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The book reconstructed the trial of a 16th-century Friulian miller accused of holding unorthodox beliefs about the origins of the world and Jesus Christ.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 June 2026
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In other words, to view a Shih piece is to collaborate with the artist on reconstructing or, in some cases, reclaiming an understanding of place and self.—
Stephanie Shih
June 17,
Los Angeles Times,
17 June 2026
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Olivia Rodrigo wore vintage Miu Miu plaid slingbacks with low-rise denim last week, while Dua Lipa recently revived olive crocodile boots from John Galliano’s fall 2000 Dior collection.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
14 June 2026
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Her recent work revives a dreamy Renaissance style to show its absurd incompatibility with the raging, petulant menaces in whom the world’s power is concentrated.—
Eugenie Brinkema,
ARTnews.com,
14 June 2026
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If emotions spike, slow the moment by naming your goal, writing numbers down clearly, then agree to revisit when everyone feels steadier.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 June 2026
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At her first post-election press conference Wednesday, Raman revisited that line of attack, criticizing Bass over her push to upgrade the city’s Convention Center.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
13 June 2026
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How to vote Support your favorite restaurant by casting a vote, and feel free to refresh this webpage and make another choice or continue voting for the same spot.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
15 June 2026
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The tree of critique must be refreshed with new blood.—
Eugenie Brinkema,
ARTnews.com,
14 June 2026
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There was no call – and the story repeated itself seconds later when Bridges took a hand to the face from a Spurs defender.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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Now many who helped build this movement say the next generation must continue fighting to be seen to be heard, and never take for granted how quickly history can repeat itself.—
Darius Johnson,
CBS News,
13 June 2026
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“Recreate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recreate. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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