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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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
Randy Myers, Mercury News, 8 Jan. 2026
Liam Delap, who had worked with Walker in Derby’s academy, was loaned from Manchester City by Hull in the summer of 2023 and scored eight goals in 31 Championship appearances, reviving a young career that had failed to ignite during temporary spells at Stoke City and Preston North End.
—Philip Buckingham, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
Kristen Stewart is potentially interested in reviving the Twilight franchise, but not as its star.
—Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 6 Jan. 2026
The operation also reignited debate over whether Washington is reviving a world where might makes right.
—Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 5 Jan. 2026
Large oil companies have said little about their desire to resume operations there and energy experts say reviving Venezuela’s oil industry could be a decade-long process and could cost upwards of $100 billion.
—Kate Sullivan, Fortune, 5 Jan. 2026
Garnering multiple Primetime Emmy nominations, Cold Case Files aired its first run from 1999 to 2002, with A&E reviving the docuseries in 2006, 2017, and 2021.
—James Mercadante, Entertainment Weekly, 4 Jan. 2026
Biden was even less enthusiastic about reviving international economic institutions.
—Literary Hub, 5 Nov. 2025
The singer wore the brand’s Hillcliffe Slingback High Court heels in a vibrant hot pink hue, reviving the Barbiecore pink trend.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 4 Nov. 2025
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Meanwhile, former volleyball star Tess craves reviving an on-hold career and pursues a job as a coach and even wades into the dating pool.
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If refreshing your home is a goal for 2026, consider soft pieces that make your space feel extra cozy during winter.—
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When paired with the refreshing quiet of the desert, the setting is truly a respite from daily stressors.—
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Afterward, the situation in Iran only got worse, and now Tehran seeks to stanch the bleeding by resurrecting him again.—
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Inheriting a nation that was wrecked and regionally isolated by war, a younger Khamenei faced the daunting task of resurrecting his fractured economy and society.—
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Hialeah is set to turn the page today, when Bryan Calvo, 28, is set to be sworn as the youngest mayor in the city’s history, promising a four-year reset focused on professionalism, economic growth, and restoring public trust after years of frustration with city government.—
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Island custodians began restoring the vegetation in the 1960s—work that continues in the resort’s nursery.—
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Thomas had two of Miami’s season-high-tying three turnovers against Syracuse, also recovering a fumble at the end of the first half to keep Miami’s 14-0 lead intact.—
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But Blue Origin does view safely recovering and reusing its rocket boosters as crucial for its business model.—
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Participating high schools, including Oakland Tech High School in Oakland and Mission Hills High School in San Marcos, adapted their peer support programs to school-specific goals such as providing restorative alternatives to suspensions and teaching students conflict resolution skills.—
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Plus, find more replenishing and restorative skincare products at Amazon below.—
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Kathleen Wageman, a club leader, said only 47 of the club’s 122 members have committed to renewing their $500 annual memberships because many of them are facing an additional $300 annual fee for parking.—
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Bar Chelou When faced with renewing its Pasadena lease just after the January fires, the team behind Bar Chelou bistro decided to close.—
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Hailey Bieber broke the internet yesterday by recreating one of Gisele Bündchen's iconic Victoria's Secret photoshoots.—
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Some mills are recreating the natural fiber’s grain on denim fabrics to give the look of linen without the premium price.—
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One of our area's longest-running food festivals is coming to an end.—
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Fresh flavors, new entertainment options and keepsakes are coming to JetBlue flights just in time for the holiday travel season.—
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“Reviving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reviving. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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