RELIGHTING Synonyms: 41 Similar and Opposite Words

relighting

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present participle of relight

as in rekindling

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Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids have swept across southwestern Kansas, home to some of the nation's largest meatpacking plants and feedlots, stoking fear among immigrant workers.

— Luke Fountain, CNBC, 6 Oct. 2026
The video has been viewed thousands of times on social media, stoking fears the elk will be euthanized as a threat to humans.

— Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 30 Sep. 2026

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From setting up special meals to just brightening days with smiles and genuine care, the staff here lift the already luxury experience to the next level.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
Here, the exclusive tech is enhanced with firming peptides, caffeine, and marine ferment, plus brightening kakudu plum extract.

— Jenny Berg, Vogue, 6 Oct. 2026

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For steak specifically, the recommendation is to use beef tallow right before searing to get a deep, flavorful crust that locks in juices and delivers a restaurant-quality finish.

— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 12 Oct. 2026
Isaac del Toro, 22, Mexico Del Toro looked sensational en route to winning the Montreal Grand Prix on Sunday — floating his way into the leading pack, following the decisive move from Paul Seixas, and then searing away in the two-up sprint.

— Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 16 Sep. 2026

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