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resuscitate

verbgeneral usecommon/ʁjɐniˈmaɾ/re·a·ni·mar

Definitions

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1

To restore vital functions (such as breathing and circulation) to someone who has lost them; to revive.

Usage examples

“The paramedics tried to resuscitate the accident victim at the scene.”
“The emergency team managed to resuscitate the patient.”

Synonyms

Common combinations

attempt to resuscitatesuccessfully resuscitateresuscitate a victimCPR to resuscitate
2

To give new energy, vigor, or interest to someone or something.

Usage examples

“A good coffee revives me in the morning.”
“We need to revive the debate on this topic.”

Common combinations

revive spiritsrevive a conversationrevive the economy