kick-starting

verb

Definition of kick-startingnext
present participle of kick-start
as in jump-starting

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kick-starting
  1. resurrecting
  2. revitalizing
  3. reviving
  4. rejuvenating
  5. restarting
Verb
  • Genetic research has advanced dramatically in recent years, progressing from enhancing food crops through genetic insights to exploring the possibility of resurrecting extinct species.
    Scott Travers, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Dead & Company is resurrecting its Las Vegas Sphere residency for 2025.
    Michael Salerno, The Arizona Republic, 4 Dec. 2024
Definition of resurrecting
Verb
  • The revitalizing coastal retreats - H3 Island Healthy Getaways - available beginning in January focus on beachside wellness and self-care.
    Roger Sands, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
  • By transforming dead retail spaces into vibrant residential centers, developers can address the housing shortage while revitalizing neighborhoods.
    Chris Westfall, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of revitalizing
Verb
  • The father-son and coach-quarterback tandem stuck together again and moved to Colorado to embark on reviving a dormant program.
    Taylor Lyons, Baltimore Sun, 7 Dec. 2024
  • The veteran producer has been head of film and TV production at the German backlot since 2004 and was a key figure in reviving the studio by attracting big-budget Hollywood features to shoot there.
    Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Dec. 2024
Definition of reviving
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  • In terms of sustainability, the property deserves some green cred for upcycling a historic building and rejuvenating this parcel of once-private property.
    Paul Brady, Travel + Leisure, 6 Dec. 2024
  • With a unique design and vibration, this skincare essential will offer a refreshing and rejuvenating experience to your skin.
    Savannah Smith, Rolling Stone, 4 Dec. 2024
Definition of rejuvenating
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  • Console After equipping the PlayStation bundle's Scarlet Spider costume, restarting the game could cause the costume to not display as correctly equipped.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Eligibility depends on maintaining a clean record during the waiting period, with any new convictions restarting the clock.
    Alonzo Martinez, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of restarting
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