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reactivation

noun

Definition of reactivationnext
as in regeneration

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Recent Examples of reactivation Perhaps as a result of the altered immune function, reactivation of dormant viruses has also been documented during and after spaceflight. — Scott E. Solomon, STAT, 22 Apr. 2026 The suit also seeks reactivation and back pay for drivers who were unfairly terminated. — Itzel Luna, Los Angeles Times, 21 Apr. 2026 Shingles is caused by a reactivation of the same virus that causes chickenpox. — Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 18 Apr. 2026 Shingles is a reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus that causes chicken pox. — Ashley Milne-Tyte, NPR, 6 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for reactivation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reactivation
  1. regeneration
  2. revival
  3. renewal
  4. rebirth
  5. revitalization
  6. rejuvenation
  7. resurrection
  8. resurgence
Noun
  • The BioCharger is a noninvasive wellness device that uses four key technologies — PEMF, frequencies, Tesla coils and noble gas light — to mimic natural atmospheric energies and promote cellular regeneration.
    — Rebecca Leib, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026
  • The Targeted Compression supports blood flow while the Infrared Energy works to accelerate healing and cellular regeneration.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of regeneration
Noun
  • There’s a dramatically prominent Angel (Taylor Scott) as well in Rivera’s drama, now in an Open Fist Theater Company revival at Atwater Village Theatre.
    — Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 17 Sep. 2026
  • The announcement was made on a busy Stan upfronts alongside new shows with Rachel Griffiths, Angourie Rice and Anna Friel, and a revival for McLeod’s Daughters.
    — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of revival
Noun
  • The three-season renewal comes after The Traitors was already renewed for Season 5, which will premiere next year.
    — Peter White, Deadline, 16 Sep. 2026
  • The renewal will take the hit show through its eighth season.
    — Joe Otterson, Variety, 16 Sep. 2026
Definition of renewal
Noun
  • As the years passed, its crew had a front-row seat to the area's rebirth.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 11 Sep. 2026
  • As the years passed, its crew had a front-row seat to the area’s rebirth.
    — Philip Marcelo, Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of rebirth
Noun
  • Beyoncé saw New Orleans’ resilience as an inspiration and wanted the project to contribute, in its own way, to the city’s revitalization.
    — SPIN Staff, SPIN, 4 Sep. 2026
  • White’s role in The Proposal led to another career revitalization for the actress, who then starred in 2010’s Hot in Cleveland on TV Land for five years.
    — Victoria Edel, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of revitalization
Noun
  • Despite these challenges, cellular reprogramming represents the most compelling route yet toward genuine rejuvenation, rather than merely slowing decline.
    — Venki Ramakrishnan, Scientific American, 15 Sep. 2026
  • Both Taikoo Li Julong Wan and Bai’etan MixC are part of the Liwan old town rejuvenation scheme, which is also expected to progress later this year and is poised to shift the city’s commercial center southward.
    — Denni Hu, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of rejuvenation
Noun
  • This ultimately resulted in his resurrection, his decisive victory over human injustice and the grave.
    — The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 15 Sep. 2026
  • There’s always the chance Saturday’s unlikely resurrection sparks a big step forward.
    — Austin Meek, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026
Definition of resurrection
Noun
  • The former fourth grade teacher and part-time track coach is seeing a resurgence unlike anyone else.
    — Matt Grobar, Deadline, 18 Sep. 2026
  • The acquisition comes as prints enjoy a resurgence in popularity, thanks largely to new buyers, Artnet reports.
    — News Desk, Artforum, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of resurgence

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“Reactivation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reactivation. Accessed 22 Sep. 2026.

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