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to bring back to life, practice, or activity
attempts are being made to resurrect the stalled arms negotiations
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Recent Examples of resurrected
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
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
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His ballhawking has revived Clint Capela’s ability to effectively contain the ball in drop coverage.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
The Athletic,
3 Jan. 2025
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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
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Start In Downtown Lake Placid What was once a town that showed its years is now a reborn, adorable, pedestrian-friendly draw for visitors.—
Rebecca Deurlein,
Southern Living,
22 July 2025
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Wilcox was noticeably enthusiastic about his dynamic with Rivera and chancellor Rich Lyons, and UC Berkeley’s collective, reborn dedication to football.—
Joaquin Ruiz,
Mercury News,
22 July 2025
Verb
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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
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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
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The newborn experienced lung issues and infections and was kept in the hospital’s Regional Newborn Intensive Care Unit for eight months.—
Raven Brunner,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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The powerful entity attacked Naruto’s home, the Hidden Tree Village, before his birth, and the boy’s father used his newborn son as a vessel to trap the demon.—
Declan Gallagher,
EW.com,
12 July 2025
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“Resurrected.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resurrected. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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