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reactivate

[ree-ak-tuh-veyt] / riˈæk təˌveɪt /
VERB
start again
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These patients often require immunosuppressive drugs, which can allow EBV to reactivate or spread unchecked.

From Science Daily • Apr. 15, 2026

The experts warned that dormant mould spores could reactivate when the overbudget and delayed facilities finally open, posing a health hazard for the lifetime of the buildings.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

Instead, he is looking to reactivate one of his nonprofit’s programs that brings Venezuelan students to the U.S. to learn about democratic systems.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 3, 2026

"Injecting economic resources into affected families helps reactivate the local economy," he says.

From BBC • Oct. 1, 2025

The intercom turns itself off, and I push the button to reactivate it.

From "Liar & Spy" by Rebecca Stead




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