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.
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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
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
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Lear deBessonet’s kinetic revival conjures the churn of the times and their emotional reality.—
Hilton Als,
New Yorker,
24 Oct. 2025
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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
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Markets will likely rally Monday in response to the news of Milei’s resurgence.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
27 Oct. 2025
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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
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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
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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
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Christ’s resurrection came three days later, according to the Bible.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
21 Oct. 2025
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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 30 Oct. 2025.
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