rekindled

verb

past tense of rekindle
as in revived
to bring back to life, practice, or activity the trip to Ireland rekindled her interest in learning Gaelic

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  1. revived
  2. renewed
  3. resurrected
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  • But John Sugar has revived him just in time to fake another death.
    — Andy Andersen, Vulture, 17 July 2026
  • Obama later axed the program, but it was revived by Trump during his first term in office.
    — Christopher Cann, USA Today, 17 July 2026
Definition of revived
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  • The war with Iran and renewed closure of the strait aren’t the only factors driving prices higher.
    — Chris Isidore, CNN Money, 20 July 2026
  • The permit lasts for two years but can be renewed for an additional three.
    — Brittany Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 July 2026
Definition of renewed
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  • In 2011, the brand was resurrected by seventh-generation master distiller Stephen Beam, a descendant of both the Dant and Beam families—yes, that Beam family.
    — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 15 July 2026
  • His monetary policy report to Congress resurrected a practice of reporting on the size of the money supply.
    — Matt Peterson, CNBC, 15 July 2026
Definition of resurrected
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