livened; livening
ˈlī-və-niŋ 
ˈlīv-niŋ
: enliven
—often used with up
he … livened up the editorial page—
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: to become lively
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He played some music to liven the atmosphere.
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—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 28 Oct. 2024
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Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 28 Oct. 2024
Gift this to a mother-in-law who loves to liven up their home with fresh flowers.
—Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 19 Sep. 2024
The device’s steaming function livens up old bread, or helps fresh bread retain its springiness even after toasting.
—Matthew Korfhage, WIRED, 29 Nov. 2024
Photo : Adam Rouse An eye-catching Marimekko textile livens up the simple wood staircase.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 25 Nov. 2024
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“Liven.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/liven. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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liven
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liv·en
ˈlī-vən
livened; livening
ˈlīv-(ə-)niŋ
: to make or become lively
—often used with up
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