Meaning & use
resuscitate
To revive someone from unconsciousness or apparent death, especially by restoring breathing or heartbeat.
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Paramedics worked quickly to resuscitate the swimmer pulled from the pool.
Doctors managed to resuscitate the patient after his heart briefly stopped.
A note on using this word
Resuscitate can also be used figuratively to mean revive something inactive, such as a failing business or plan.
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