as in refreshing
having a renewing effect on the state of the body or mind
took a reviving vacation in the Caribbean
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1
as in resurrecting
to bring back to life, practice, or activity
an effort to revive the once-common custom of celebrating May 1 as a springtime festival of games and dances
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as in restoring
to bring back to a former condition or vigor
around mid-morning, I usually need to revive myself with a cup of strong coffee
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as in recovering
to gain consciousness again
the patient eventually revived and was able to give us her name and address
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Recent Examples of reviving
Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2025
Is sporting Halloween fashion really that much worse than reviving 1980s deadstock denim?
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 24 Oct. 2025
Swifties wearing friendship bracelets or Lambs reviving Mariah [Carey]’s ’90s butterfly motifs aren’t waiting for approval from [magazines] anymore…they’re creating the trends in real time.
—Andre Claudio, Sourcing Journal, 23 Oct. 2025
Grid operators are warning of steep increases in electricity demand for the first time in decades, leading utilities to race to expand capacity by reviving plans for natural-gas plants or building new ones, and, in some regions, even extending the life of deteriorating coal facilities.
—Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2025
The Golf Channel is reviving the sports competition series after it was canceled in 2015.
—Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 22 Oct. 2025
As Coca-Cola explores reviving retro flavors, the Save Tab Soda Committee remains vigilant.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
Atari is reviving a rival’s classic console with the Intellivision Sprint, a modern reimagining of Mattel’s 1979 system built in partnership with games company Plaion.
—Alex Harrington, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Oct. 2025
And there are a few signs that homebuying is reviving.
—Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 16 Oct. 2025
Verb
Each garment at 110 Mercer Street continues the brand’s commitment to handcraftsmanship, reviving historical techniques such as lace-making, metal threadwork and glass bead embroidery.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2025
Is sporting Halloween fashion really that much worse than reviving 1980s deadstock denim?
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 24 Oct. 2025
Swifties wearing friendship bracelets or Lambs reviving Mariah [Carey]’s ’90s butterfly motifs aren’t waiting for approval from [magazines] anymore…they’re creating the trends in real time.
—Andre Claudio, Sourcing Journal, 23 Oct. 2025
Grid operators are warning of steep increases in electricity demand for the first time in decades, leading utilities to race to expand capacity by reviving plans for natural-gas plants or building new ones, and, in some regions, even extending the life of deteriorating coal facilities.
—Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2025
The Golf Channel is reviving the sports competition series after it was canceled in 2015.
—Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 22 Oct. 2025
As Coca-Cola explores reviving retro flavors, the Save Tab Soda Committee remains vigilant.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
Atari is reviving a rival’s classic console with the Intellivision Sprint, a modern reimagining of Mattel’s 1979 system built in partnership with games company Plaion.
—Alex Harrington, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Oct. 2025
And there are a few signs that homebuying is reviving.
—Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 16 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reviving
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While both flavors share the same SPF actives and nourishing base, the Mint version delivers a refreshing, tingly finish from peppermint oil and menthol, while the Açai option leans sweeter with antioxidant-rich fruit extracts.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
25 Oct. 2025
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Born in the California beach enclave of Montecito, the Napoleon comes by its refreshing summer vibes honestly, even if it is made with a seemingly unsummery spirit.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
25 Oct. 2025
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Auerbach's book is genuinely horrifying, resurrecting that visceral terror of 'stranger-danger' most of us learned as kids.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
22 Oct. 2025
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Forty years ago, the Nintendo Entertainment System hit North American shores, singlehandedly resurrecting the video-game market after its infamous post-Atari crash in 1983.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
18 Oct. 2025
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While some studies are skeptical of puzzle games improving or restoring cognitive functions, the National Library of Medicine believes brain and puzzle games do have benefits.—
Craig Shoup,
Nashville Tennessean,
24 Oct. 2025
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What started as a weekend hobby quickly grew into a full-fledged business, and Molski, who has since retired from healthcare sales, couldn't be happier to spend his weekends hunting and restoring vintage pieces.—
Kaycee Sloan,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
23 Oct. 2025
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The Noles capitalized on a bad snap by recovering the fumble and scored seven plays later.—
Matt Baker,
New York Times,
2 Nov. 2025
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Puerto Rico, for example, is still recovering from Hurricane Maria in 2017, while along Melissa's path, both Jamaica and Cuba are still in recovery from hurricanes in 2024.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
2 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Cosmetic and restorative dentistry no longer belongs exclusively to high-budget clinics.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
3 Nov. 2025
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The garden uses restorative agricultural practices to prevent topsoil erosion by enriching the soil with microorganisms, Carlson said.—
Nollyanne Delacruz,
Mercury News,
29 Oct. 2025
Verb
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All the more reason to shop around before renewing your policy, said Daniel Bortz, personal finance editor at AARP.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
2 Nov. 2025
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Zimbabwe is renewing efforts to ditch the US dollar as the dominant form of tender in the southern African nation by leaning on government officials to de-dollarize the economy by 2030.—
Tawanda Karombo,
semafor.com,
31 Oct. 2025
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Hollywood on Sunday night, with Tory Burch recreating the striking green slip via knotted detailing that mirrored the draping of the original dress.—
Emily Chan,
Vogue,
27 Oct. 2025
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In the viral TikTok, Grace and Thames — who were both in costume — stood next to each other while recreating a famous elevator scene from 500 Days of Summer.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
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When coming to a flooded road, turn around and head back.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
29 Oct. 2025
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How You Dough’n, South Florida’s sourdough pizza sensation, is coming to Coral Springs this year.—
Allison Beck,
Miami Herald,
22 Oct. 2025
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“Reviving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reviving. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.
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