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as in to restore
to bring back to a former condition or vigor
a new cream that claims to revitalize sun-damaged skin
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as in to revive
to bring back to life, practice, or activity
the bowling alley, eager to revitalize interest in the sport for a younger crowd, started offering "disco bowling" every Friday night with disco music and free soda
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Recent Examples of revitalize
The film studio has been revitalized and this spring and summer will see The Devil Wears Prada 2, The Mandalorian and Grogu, Toy Story 5 and live action Moana.
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Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 13 May 2026
Asked about the criticism, Calvo described the rent-free program as a temporary incentive intended to encourage investment and revitalize a part of the city officials believe has redevelopment potential.
—Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 13 May 2026
Restoring condo development would also help revitalize downtowns, still recovering from COVID-19.
—Patricia Lock Dawson, Oc Register, 13 May 2026
Levy says Leap had a big hand in revitalizing this stretch of Bleecker Street, which is now buzzing with stores, cafés and restaurants.
—Anne Kadet, Curbed, 12 May 2026
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Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 13 May 2026
Asked about the criticism, Calvo described the rent-free program as a temporary incentive intended to encourage investment and revitalize a part of the city officials believe has redevelopment potential.
—Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 13 May 2026
Restoring condo development would also help revitalize downtowns, still recovering from COVID-19.
—Patricia Lock Dawson, Oc Register, 13 May 2026
Levy says Leap had a big hand in revitalizing this stretch of Bleecker Street, which is now buzzing with stores, cafés and restaurants.
—Anne Kadet, Curbed, 12 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for revitalize
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This was the era of decolonization, when nation-states delivered one-third of humanity from the humiliation of imperial rule, restoring political autonomy and dignity where they had long been removed.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 May 2026
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Real change begins when communities insist on solutions that restore dignity, stability, and hope rather than pushing people out of sight.—
Shianne LeClaire,
Hartford Courant,
17 May 2026
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Strong starred in the production of the Arthur Miller play as it was revived in London and later on Broadway.—
Lexi Lane,
PEOPLE,
17 May 2026
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Meanwhile, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is seen boosting government spending as part of her efforts to revive growth and offset the oil shock, adding to inflationary trends.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
17 May 2026
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Four Season Miami's pride and joy is its lush two-acre rooftop terrace, recently refreshed with stylish new chairs, umbrellas, and cabanas.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 May 2026
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Drain in colander and refresh with cold water.—
Cathy Thomas,
Oc Register,
18 May 2026
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In just two years since it was resurrected, there’s been solid growth at the Scottish event, with the EIFF25 lineup including 43 new feature films — 18 of them world premieres — plus in conversations sessions with major filmmakers including Andrea Arnold, Nia DaCosta, Jeremy Thomas, and Ken Loach.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
17 May 2026
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Since Drive to Survive resurrected the sport in 2018, the fan base has grown by over 68 percent globally.—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
17 May 2026
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Trump made the announcement in a social media post on Monday after threatening over the weekend that time was running out for Iran to strike a deal or fighting would renew.—
Michelle L. Price,
Los Angeles Times,
19 May 2026
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Focus on developing a disciplined, ongoing capacity to adapt, learn and renew.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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“Revitalize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/revitalize. Accessed 19 May. 2026.
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