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reactivate

[ree-ak-tuh-veyt] / riˈæk təˌveɪt /
VERB
start again
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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

When cysts reactivate, bradyzoites transform into rapidly multiplying tachyzoites that move throughout the body.

From Science Daily • Jan. 27, 2026

Kimmel also pretended to open a statement written for him to read aloud by Disney, before reading out the words: "How to reactivate your Disney+ subscription".

From BBC • Sep. 24, 2025

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

From "Liar & Spy" by Rebecca Stead




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