as in revival
the act or an instance of bringing something back to life, public attention, or vigorous activity
the actor's appearance in a hit movie has led to the resuscitation of a career that had been on life support
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Recent Examples of resuscitation
The researchers’ findings suggest that ‘sandwiching’ the heart between the two defib pads, front and back, may deliver electrical current more broadly to the heart, making resuscitation more effective.
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New Atlas, 24 Sep. 2024
It was also alleged that there was only one nurse at the facility, who was not trained to give emergency resuscitation.
—Mattha Busby, Rolling Stone, 14 Aug. 2024
While not a total catastrophe, Murphy and Netflix’s resuscitation of the '80s IP is a timid retread.
—Jordan Hoffman, EW.com, 2 July 2024
After about 15 minutes of resuscitation attempts, Coleman’s pulse returned and he was given oxygen before he was transported to Rochester General Hospital, according to the complaint.
—Julia Marnin, Miami Herald, 1 July 2024
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New Atlas, 24 Sep. 2024
It was also alleged that there was only one nurse at the facility, who was not trained to give emergency resuscitation.
—Mattha Busby, Rolling Stone, 14 Aug. 2024
While not a total catastrophe, Murphy and Netflix’s resuscitation of the '80s IP is a timid retread.
—Jordan Hoffman, EW.com, 2 July 2024
After about 15 minutes of resuscitation attempts, Coleman’s pulse returned and he was given oxygen before he was transported to Rochester General Hospital, according to the complaint.
—Julia Marnin, Miami Herald, 1 July 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for resuscitation
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His election heralded the growing success of the GOP in the sunshine state and the revival of two-party politics.Allison Mashell Mitchell / Made by History, TIME, 5 Nov. 2024
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Machinists voted down another offer — 35% raises over four years, and still no revival of pensions — on Oct. 23, the same day that Boeing reported a third-quarter loss of more than $6 billion.David Koenig, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
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McCaffrey's return should spark a resurgence in the 49ers offense.David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
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And while a resurgence in the labor market could raise concerns about a reacceleration in inflation, October’s ADP data showed otherwise, Richardson said.Alicia Wallace, CNN, 30 Oct. 2024
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By Alan Chin Writer/Photographer 3 The Capitol Theater in downtown Flint, Michigan, reopened in 2017 after 20 years of lying vacant and was supposed to be a symbol of the city's rebirth after decades of decline.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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Sacred animals in indigenous culture: Butterfly: Regarded as the symbol of rebirth and transformation for humans.Ana Rocío Álvarez Bríñez, The Courier-Journal, 1 Nov. 2024
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There has been no official word from Disney or Marvel regarding a renewal.Clayton Davis, Variety, 4 Nov. 2024
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October 2024 Ace of Cups: The cards show October bringing a wave of emotional renewal for you, Aquarius.Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Nov. 2024
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Before Happy’s Place, were there any discussions about doing a proper reboot or continuation of Reba, like the current resurrection of Frasier?Josef Adalian, Vulture, 25 Oct. 2024
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To watch what happens next should feel like a resurrection: 26 emerges from darkness in the galleries of yet another exhibition space in Cotonou, Benin’s largest city.Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 24 Oct. 2024
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“Resuscitation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resuscitation. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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