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as in to restore
to bring back to a former condition or vigor
the neighborhood was regenerated thanks to a government grant for restoring all the old buildings and creating studio spaces for artists
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as in to revive
to bring back to life, practice, or activity
dairy farming in the area was regenerated when new arrivals bought the old creamery
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as in to rehabilitate
to make better in behavior or character
the ex-convict credits his newfound faith with regenerating him beyond anything that he could have imagined
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Recent Examples of regenerate
Kiana Murden, Vogue, 21 Feb. 2025
Of course, areas with heavy logging, or even areas a few years removed (and regenerated) from a clear-cut, can provide a lot of woody browse.
—Josh Honeycutt, Outdoor Life, 20 Mar. 2025
Andrew Deutscher, Forbes, 16 Aug. 2022
Overnight Detox Oil by Caudalie: Simply apply onto the face at bedtime to help stressed skin regenerate overnight thanks to the omega 6 and vitamin E.
—Felicity Carter, Forbes, 6 May 2021
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Verb
Most notable of which is its Skin Caviar collection, which debuted in 1987, harnessing caviar's regenerating properties to improve skin's elasticity and tone in a way the industry had not yet seen.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 21 Feb. 2025
Of course, areas with heavy logging, or even areas a few years removed (and regenerated) from a clear-cut, can provide a lot of woody browse.
—Josh Honeycutt, Outdoor Life, 20 Mar. 2025
Noun
To really reenergize and to lead with high positive energy, leaders must recognize and value the regenerate state.
—Andrew Deutscher, Forbes, 16 Aug. 2022
Overnight Detox Oil by Caudalie: Simply apply onto the face at bedtime to help stressed skin regenerate overnight thanks to the omega 6 and vitamin E.
—Felicity Carter, Forbes, 6 May 2021
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Among the Trump administration’s demands on Columbia University in return for restoring $400 million in funding was a ban on masks, which many peaceful protesters wear not to menace others but to avoid being identified by facial recognition.—
Gal Beckerman,
The Atlantic,
5 Apr. 2025
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These habits can restore mitochondrial function and even reverse the course of some psychiatric conditions.—
Jesse Pines,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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The move is part of a broader push to revive domestic manufacturing and address what Trump sees as unfair trade practices.—
John Liu,
CNN Money,
28 Mar. 2025
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Long before Ford finally revived the Bronco and put it on the road in 2021, Wraith and his team created a metallic silver Bronco concept in 2004 with some nods to the original, including the word Bronco on the front grille.—
Jamie L. LaReau,
USA Today,
28 Mar. 2025
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Grant Williams wasn’t going anywhere yet and was among the last to finally emerge from his latest training session rehabilitating his torn right ACL.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Apr. 2025
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But Daniels, 27, is still rehabilitating an Achilles injury from Week 5 of last season.—
Chris Perkins,
Sun Sentinel,
31 Mar. 2025
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Andrews, 6-7 and 215 pounds, is an ESPN 4-star recruit, the No. 8 small forward and the nation's No. 22 overall prospect for the 2026 class.—
Richard Davenport,
Arkansas Online,
5 Apr. 2025
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Wisconsin-Stout recruit Connor Marino finished 3-for-4 with two runs and an RBI, Danny Donovan was 2-for-4 with two RBIS and a run and Lake Land commit Jonathan Medina Jr. added two hits, two runs and an RBI.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Apr. 2025
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Golf odds from BetOnline and leading online sportsbooks refresh periodically and are subject to change, including on futures, props and live betting.—
Jay Ginsbach,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Celsius Hydration Feel refreshed and revitalized with Celsius Hydration caffeine-free hydration packets.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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Using cloning technology, Mickey is resurrected over and over again after scientists use him in deadly experiments to make the planet habitable for humans.—
Rudie Obias,
HollywoodReporter,
8 Apr. 2025
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According to ancient Egyptian religion, Osiris was killed by his brother Seth, but Osiris’ son Horus resurrected his father with a wave of his staff.—
Sonja Anderson,
Smithsonian Magazine,
8 Apr. 2025
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Raise your status to redeem better bonuses and discounts for traveling. NHL fans can find a Hat Trick Jackpot.—
Gordon G. Chang,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Apr. 2025
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Customers may redeem a free Ben & Jerry's scoop of their choice, cone included, at any participating Ben & Jerry's Scoop Shop on Free Cone Day.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
8 Apr. 2025
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The Australian government announced plans in December 2024 to strengthen these measures by introducing financial penalties for platforms that fail to reach or renew commercial agreements.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
3 Apr. 2025
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Gaza has seen an intense bombing campaign, with the territory’s health ministry saying at least 100 people have been killed in the space of 24 hours, bringing the total number of the dead to 1,163 since Israel renewed its military operations in the strip on March 18.—
Lauren Izso,
CNN Money,
3 Apr. 2025
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“Regenerate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/regenerate. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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