as in to revive
to bring back to life, practice, or activity
the media coverage of the dramatic escape has rewaked concerns about security at the prison
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A week after reviving her Prince routine to honor fans during a meet at Minnesota, Chiles seamlessly transitioned back at Pauley Pavilion to her energetic routine set to a medley of hits by icons Janet Jackson, Whitney Houston, Stevie Wonder and Tina Turner.—
Los Angeles Times Staff,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Feb. 2026 -
While hair oils and sprays can temporarily revive dull strands, glosses and glazes are best for a long-lasting finish.—
Tessa Petak,
InStyle,
15 Feb. 2026
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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is resurrecting a major busway project and three bike lane overhauls that were pulled by the Adams administration.—
Ali Bauman,
CBS News,
13 Feb. 2026
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Aaron and Lisa Gibson have teamed up with Freddy and Dawn Harth to resurrect the business.—
Jeff Elkins,
Oklahoman,
11 Feb. 2026
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It should be renewed only with strong safeguards and oversight, which House leaders propose.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
16 Feb. 2026
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The series, which follows the Louisiana natives in their New York life, has been renewed for a second season.—
Jami Ganz,
New York Daily News,
16 Feb. 2026
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“Rewake.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rewake. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
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