alive

Example Sentences

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But when Brekke flips the switch to light up the theater marquee, this sleepy town comes alive, at least for the night.

From Salon

Only a stirring fightback can seemingly save the tourists, who need a win in the third Test against Australia in Adelaide to keep the series alive.

From Barron's

But in his first start at point guard, Cornish came alive with 18 points, including four three-pointers.

From Los Angeles Times

A revocable trust is simply an agreement, holding assets of the person who set it up for the benefit of whomever they designate, typically themselves, while they are alive.

From The Wall Street Journal

For now, though, Trafford is a regular for City in the Carabao Cup - they are into the last-four of the competition which keeps alive hopes of collecting a winners' medal.

From BBC