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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  1. revival
  2. resurgence
  3. rebirth
  4. resurrection
Noun
  • The year began with the Mean Girls musical movie, and the year is ending with yet another bid for a revival (of sorts) of the beloved 2004 film — specifically from Aaron Samuels himself, Jonathan Bennett.
    James Factora, Them, 23 Dec. 2024
  • As the name implies, Degrassi: The Next Generation is a revival of the ’80s original, focusing on a new crop of troubled teens at Degrassi Community School.
    Chris Snellgrove, EW.com, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of revival
Noun
  • The initiative has led to a resurgence of marine life, helping more than 200 coral fragments grow significantly and increasing the fish population.
    Lindsay Cohn, Travel + Leisure, 22 Dec. 2024
  • One energy source that is seeing a resurgence in interest is nuclear power, since it is touted as a clean energy alternative that promises a smaller carbon footprint to offset AI’s high-energy needs.
    Alexander Puutio, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of resurgence
Noun
  • Fabric of rebirth The iconic Notre Dame cathedral in Paris is finally open to the public again after a devastating fire damaged it five years ago.
    AJ Willingham, CNN, 14 Dec. 2024
  • Extending Entropy Entropy experienced a rebirth during World War II.
    Zack Savitsky, Quanta Magazine, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of rebirth
Noun
  • Here, the broad themes are resurrection, mental illness, mass murder and religious devotion.
    Mark Athitakis, Los Angeles Times, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Notre Dame's journey from ruin to resurrection was defined by extraordinary craftsmanship, nearly $1 billion in global donations and a collective, unyielding determination to rebuild.
    THOMAS ADAMSON AND SYLVIE CORBET THE ASSOCIATED PRESS, arkansasonline.com, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of resurrection
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“Reanimation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reanimation. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

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