enliven
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Michaela’s verve for life helps to enliven Francesca, especially after John’s death.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 26, 2026
Three other artists, now well-known, enliven these early years.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 17, 2026
His impact was almost instant, first going past the outside edge of Jaiswal to enliven the crowd.
From BBC • Jul. 11, 2025
If you’re looking to enliven jarred sauce or some plain tomato puree, you can never go wrong with enriching the latent flavors.
From Salon • Mar. 21, 2025
Shackleton had hoped by setting out across the ice to enliven the crew and focus their minds on action.
From "Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World" by Jennifer Armstrong
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The Return of the King
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