resuscitate

verb

ri-ˈsə-sə-ˌtāt How to pronounce resuscitate (audio)
Definition of resuscitatenext
1
as in to revive
to bring back to a former condition or vigor she hopes to resuscitate the currently defunct charity organization

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2
as in to resurrect
to bring back to life, practice, or activity people trying to resuscitate some old theories that the assassination was really an act of conspiracy

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Recent Examples of resuscitate Pakistan has intensified diplomatic efforts in recent days to resuscitate the interim ceasefire reached last month that called for resolving remaining issues tied to the war within 60 days. — Jon Gambrell, Fortune, 20 July 2026 Evers had initially declined to endorse in the race, but threw his weight behind Crowley and resuscitated his bid to lead the swing state known for razor-thin election margins, where appealing to moderate and independent voters is crucial. — ABC News, 18 July 2026 During attempts to resuscitate the girl, doctors at the practice administered Flumazenil, a drug intended to reverse the effects of benzodiazepine medications, according to the warrant. — Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 July 2026 The affidavit also noted that the girl was allegedly given flumazenil — which is used to reverse the effects of benzodiazepine medications — in an attempt to resuscitate her. — Christine Pelisek, PEOPLE, 16 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for resuscitate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for resuscitate
  1. revive
  2. resurrect
  3. restore
  4. renew
  5. refresh
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  • After losing the popular Down the Hatch to the 2023 fire, Hana Hou Hospitality plans to revive the seafood concept in February, this time in Kaanapali.
    — David Dickstein, Oc Register, 5 Aug. 2026
  • In June 2026, Saudi Arabia and Turkey signed a memorandum of understanding on railway connectivity that includes reviving and upgrading the century-old Hejaz Railway to reconnect Turkey to Saudi Arabia via Jordan and Syria.
    — Firmesk Rahim, The Conversation, 5 Aug. 2026
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  • Days after the fire, members of the church launched a GoFundMe post in hopes of resurrecting their home and keeping the congregation together.
    — Rocco Parascandola, New York Daily News, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Did the dragon scale that Aegon took and later killed a man with use some kind of blood magic to resurrect the dragon?
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of resurrect
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  • The non-lethal technique, known as aversive conditioning, is designed to restore bears’ natural wariness of humans and populated areas.
    — Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Order is restored to the kingdom through what is known as the Rumpelstiltskin effect, a term used by psychologists to describe the naming of something in order to create an illusion of understanding it.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of restore
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  • However, Kasim and Sulaiman said their cards have expired and not been renewed – a claim the ministry did not address.
    — Sophia Saifi, CNN Money, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Research on restorative practices suggests that different forms of rest renew different executive capabilities, including creativity, attention, reflection and perspective.
    — Gerald J. Leonard, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of renew
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  • For best results, refresh natural mulches once a year in spring or fall to keep mulch lines good and thick.
    — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Pet parents may also want to refresh sleep spaces, travel gear and everyday essentials before schedules become more hectic.
    — Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 9 Aug. 2026
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