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past tense of resurrect

resurrected

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adjective

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Recent Examples of resurrected
Adjective
The 27-year-old has resurrected his career. Jess Bryant, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025 Only to be resurrected again, and finally now on the cusp of implementation. New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 1 Jan. 2025 The story of the Carters’ loyalty to Prince, now in her late 70s, is being resurrected following the former president’s death on Sunday at age 100. Martha Ross, The Mercury News, 1 Jan. 2025 As for the aforementioned Strawberry Frosting Pop-Tart that sacrificed itself at the inaugural bowl in 2023 and became a viral sensation, the 2024 game featured a special In Memoriam video to the character, who was then resurrected as a disfigured zombie mascot. Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 29 Dec. 2024 Although his commitment to human rights and ethics may have been underappreciated during his term in office, Jerry says his reputation was resurrected in his out-of-office life. Andrea Michelson, Smithsonian Magazine, 29 Dec. 2024 Since Original Sin resurrected Dexter in its opening scene, viewers now have a better understanding of where the Resurrection series will pick up. Jackie Strause, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Dec. 2024 After more than 40 years of silence, the legendary Port Ellen Distillery was resurrected in March 2024—blending its storied past with state-of-the-art innovation. Jenn Rice, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024 In the New Testament, Lazarus was resurrected four days after his death by Jesus and became the patron saint of the poor and the sick. Patrick Oppmann, CNN, 19 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for resurrected
Verb
  • His ballhawking has revived Clint Capela’s ability to effectively contain the ball in drop coverage.
    Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
  • The report also revived the theory that moderate drinking is linked to fewer heart attack and stroke deaths, and fewer deaths overall, compared with never drinking.
    Roni Caryn Rabin, New York Times, 3 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • The reborn Mini also benefits from a suspension system tuned for modern comfort, upgraded brakes with vented and grooved 8.4-inch rotors, and a set of new alloy wheels designed by Callum.
    Alistair Charlton, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025
  • Keeler says the weight of a reborn doll can be comforting, like a weighted blanket or a hug.
    Sam Gillette, People.com, 2 June 2025
Verb
  • Along with Erskine's nomination, the Hulu series, which was renewed for a season 2, earned two other nominations.
    Julia Moore, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025
  • Given the show's popularity, fans have wondered whether the show will be renewed for a second season.
    Dan Perry, Newsweek, 5 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • The impending invasion of Victoria (Bryce Dallas Howard) and her army of newborn vampires inspires an unlikely alliance between the Cullen coven and Jacob's Quileute pack, setting the stage for some kickass action sequences.
    Edward Segarra, USA Today, 1 July 2025
  • The former White House press secretary, 36, shared the first pictures of her newborn.
    Kayla Grant, People.com, 30 June 2025

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“Resurrected.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resurrected. Accessed 10 Jul. 2025.

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