rekindle

[US]/ˌriːˈkɪndl/
[UK]/ˌriːˈkɪndl/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

vt. reignite

Phrases & Collocations

rekindle the flame

rekindle old memories

rekindle a relationship

Example Sentences

he tried to rekindle their friendship.

the photos rekindled memories.

They tried to rekindle the flames of romance.

Is there anything could rekindle his extinct passion?

rekindled an old interest in the sciences.

Nothing could rekindle her extinct passion.

If there was a touch of appreciation left in him for the bloom and unsophistication which is the charm of youth, it rekindled now.

Real-world Examples

This weekend, I'm finally gonna get my chance to rekindle things.

Source: "Reconstructing a Lady" Original Soundtrack

If anything, the pandemic has rekindled our affection for it.

Source: National Geographic Anthology

Gabrielle tried to rekindle an old affair.

Source: Desperate Housewives (Audio Version) Season 4

Likewise, a strong pound has rekindled enthusiasm among Britons for holidays abroad.

Source: The Economist (Summary)

Yeah. It kind of rekindles your faith in the basic goodness of people.

Source: The Big Bang Theory Season 5

" They have rekindled the hope of working with rubber, " he said.

Source: VOA Special English: World

It's much more about, perhaps rekindling, this kind of flame of diplomacy.

Source: CNN 10 Student English February 2018 Collection

Ms. Jade's fantasy is to rekindle the love she once had with Bob.

Source: Friends Season 2

The surface of the sea glistened under its rays. That kindly light rekindled our strength.

Source: Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea (Original Version)

A widower and a widow attend their 70th class reunion, and a long-ago spark is rekindled.

Source: Reader's Digest Anthology

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