reanimation

as in revival
the act or an instance of bringing something back to life, public attention, or vigorous activity a call for the reanimation of curfew ordinances that were discarded decades ago

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Recent Examples of reanimation Societal fascination with reanimation spans centuries. Mike Fleming Jr, Deadline, 20 Oct. 2025 Prior to their reanimation by Hope and her magic contract, the Tappers are in a state of almost-hysterical obsolescence. James Parker, The Atlantic, 12 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reanimation
Noun
  • Lear deBessonet’s kinetic revival conjures the churn of the times and their emotional reality.
    Hilton Als, New Yorker, 24 Oct. 2025
  • The series — technically titled The All-New Mickey Mouse Club — was a revival of a classic series that had enjoyed runs in the 1950s and 1970s.
    Victoria Edel, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Markets will likely rally Monday in response to the news of Milei’s resurgence.
    Jason Ma, Fortune, 27 Oct. 2025
  • These days, there is a bigger spotlight than ever on tight ends, both in pop culture and through a schematic resurgence across the NFL.
    Jourdan Rodrigue, New York Times, 25 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • In astrology, the sun is symbolic of our ego, identity and life force, while Pluto governs themes of transformation, power and rebirth.
    Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025
  • During the one-hour-long conversation, the Puerto Rican artist opened up about his personal and professional rebirth; his latest album, Lamento en Baile; as well as God’s purpose with him.
    Jessica Roiz, Billboard, 23 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Christ’s resurrection came three days later, according to the Bible.
    Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 21 Oct. 2025
  • His art reminds us that every archive is also an act of resurrection.
    Alessia Glaviano, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2025

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“Reanimation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reanimation. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.

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