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as in restoring
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 reviving
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 revitalizing
Pittsburgh has put a focus on its cultural amenities and food scene, as well as in revitalizing its neighborhoods, the report noted.
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Finch Walker,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
His label would specialize in revitalizing the careers of veteran artists whose commercial success seemed to have peaked.
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Erik Pedersen,
Deadline,
22 June 2026
South Downtown is revitalizing Atlanta’s most historic district, with local partners reimagining more than 50 buildings across 16 acres in the city’s historic core.
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Zachary Hansen,
AJC.com,
11 June 2026
Maggie Parker launched the Community Developers Roundtable program in 2022 to help developers gain access to capital and support them in creating affordable housing and revitalizing neighborhoods.
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Kamal Morgan,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 June 2026
Jamieson Greer on Sunday, the two lawmakers said the port docking fees and restrictions were critical to revitalizing American shipbuilding.
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Glenn Taylor,
Footwear News,
9 June 2026
Over the years, cities learned that these markets could also be a valuable tool for revitalizing downtown areas that otherwise might not see a lot of traffic.
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John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
4 June 2026
The Pavilions — along 16th Street between Welton Street and Tremont Place, is expected to play a key role in anchoring and revitalizing Upper Downtown, according to the announcement.
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Jessica Alvarado Gamez,
Denver Post,
30 May 2026
The board also considered challenges of revitalizing the sectors known as the Old Orland Historic District, Gateway to LaGrange District, Harlem Avenue Corridor and I-80 Employment Corridor, as well as connecting them with a new downtown.
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Olivia Stevens,
Chicago Tribune,
28 May 2026
Finch Walker,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
His label would specialize in revitalizing the careers of veteran artists whose commercial success seemed to have peaked.
—
Erik Pedersen,
Deadline,
22 June 2026
South Downtown is revitalizing Atlanta’s most historic district, with local partners reimagining more than 50 buildings across 16 acres in the city’s historic core.
—
Zachary Hansen,
AJC.com,
11 June 2026
Maggie Parker launched the Community Developers Roundtable program in 2022 to help developers gain access to capital and support them in creating affordable housing and revitalizing neighborhoods.
—
Kamal Morgan,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 June 2026
Jamieson Greer on Sunday, the two lawmakers said the port docking fees and restrictions were critical to revitalizing American shipbuilding.
—
Glenn Taylor,
Footwear News,
9 June 2026
Over the years, cities learned that these markets could also be a valuable tool for revitalizing downtown areas that otherwise might not see a lot of traffic.
—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
4 June 2026
The Pavilions — along 16th Street between Welton Street and Tremont Place, is expected to play a key role in anchoring and revitalizing Upper Downtown, according to the announcement.
—
Jessica Alvarado Gamez,
Denver Post,
30 May 2026
The board also considered challenges of revitalizing the sectors known as the Old Orland Historic District, Gateway to LaGrange District, Harlem Avenue Corridor and I-80 Employment Corridor, as well as connecting them with a new downtown.
—
Olivia Stevens,
Chicago Tribune,
28 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for revitalizing
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The founder of the family safety app Life360 has spent millions buying and restoring historic properties in the town through a nonprofit called the Good Luck Fund.
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His mother began paying taxes in 1993 after public outrage at the cost of restoring Windsor Castle following a devastating fire the previous year.
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And the coupon hunt is reviving the nostalgia of print coupons as old-school bargain-hunting culture has made its way to the internet.
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The clip became fresh ammunition for critics of MMA's weight-cut culture, reviving calls for tighter fight-week monitoring, rehydration limits, or additional weight classes.
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Crafted in white gold, the necklace was adorned with a pavé of blue and light blue sapphires, Paraiba tourmalines and diamonds — all brilliant-cut — recreating the depth and movement of the water.
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In 2020, Ramírez reunited with Jon Heder for a Burger King commercial, recreating their iconic cafeteria scene to promote BK's cheesy tots.
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Houston did not rule out the possibility of resurrecting the ballot measure.
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Clive Davis, the Grammy-winning music mogul who founded Arista Records, discovered and mentored Whitney Houston, had a storied ear for a hit and specialized in resurrecting the careers of artists many considered past their peak, died Monday at his New York City home, his family announced.
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Others could find your go-getter approach refreshing, while some may experience it as confrontational.
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For those more keen on refreshing their homes, our team also has plenty of decor and appliance picks—including a luxury coffee maker—to recommend.
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Your 12th House of Rest and Reflection welcomes the Moon, which forms a supportive sextile to renewing Pluto in your 2nd House of Finances and Values.
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Two senators are renewing their push to greatly expand access to methadone treatment for opioid addiction.
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“Revitalizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/revitalizing. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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