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awakening

[uh-wey-kuh-ning] / əˈweɪ kə nɪŋ /


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George also experienced a religious awakening that prompted him to become a preacher and, around 1774, help establish the Silver Bluff Baptist Church, which is still active today.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

Natural disasters are inevitable, but often, the most devastating slumber for decades, sometimes centuries, only awakening when provoked.

From Salon • Mar. 20, 2026

Its subtitle, about awakening and survival, underlines Mrie’s trajectory from submissive daughter to political actor and skilled observer.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 24, 2026

It was a rude awakening for three-time winners Inter, whose stature and budget dwarf that of the Norwegians and who are heavy favourites to win Serie A this season.

From Barron's • Feb. 24, 2026

She kept awakening to think of the climb they would soon have to make through the mountains and of the desert that lay on the other side.

From "Lupita Mañana" by Patricia Beatty




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