reanimation

noun

Definition of reanimationnext
as in revival
the act or an instance of bringing something back to life, public attention, or vigorous activity a call for the reanimation of curfew ordinances that were discarded decades ago

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reanimation
  1. revival
  2. resurgence
  3. rebirth
  4. resurrection
Noun
  • Right on time: Austin revival of classic gay musical 'Falsettos' part of national trend Brown, a noted actor and director, became familiar with the Ransom Center while researching his grandfather, the actor and comedian, Troy Brown Sr.
    Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The revival of the Tim Rice-Andrew Lloyd Webber musical will run through September 6, with a press opening on Friday, June 27.
    Greg Evans, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of revival
Noun
  • Suga Free is the latest Hip-Hop artist to offer their thoughts about the ongoing resurgence of West Coast Hip-Hop.
    Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 12 Dec. 2024
  • Read more Dengue Party Tray Recall Sparks Warning in 7 States This year's crisis is compounded by the resurgence of dengue serotype 3 in parts of Central America and the Caribbean, a strain not widely seen in over a decade, according to Thais dos Santos, PAHO's adviser on arboviral diseases.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of resurgence
Noun
  • At its heart, this rebirth extends far beyond Bitcoin's $96,409 price point.
    Roomy Khan, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
  • Many of you experienced a professional rebirth, leaving behind roles that didn’t serve you to build a career on your own terms.
    Valerie Mesa, People.com, 21 Nov. 2024
Definition of rebirth
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  • But things go even worse than the flag incident when the Antioch service includes its theatrical retelling of the Christ story with its trial, crucifixion and resurrection.
    Lisa Kennedy, Variety, 23 Nov. 2024
  • Though the company had long been kaput, the brand has lived on vitally in the hearts and minds of collectors, this further upping the stakes for a proper resurrection.
    Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 20 Nov. 2024
Definition of resurrection
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“Reanimation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reanimation. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.

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