awakening
Example Sentences
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George also experienced a religious awakening that prompted him to become a preacher and, around 1774, help establish the Silver Bluff Baptist Church, which is still active today.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026
Natural disasters are inevitable, but often, the most devastating slumber for decades, sometimes centuries, only awakening when provoked.
From Salon • Mar. 20, 2026
However, the first Bond film, Dr No, had just been released, awakening interest in the spy genre and a literary agent sold Deighton's story to a publisher.
From BBC • Mar. 17, 2026
It was a rude awakening for three-time winners Inter, whose stature and budget dwarf that of the Norwegians and who are heavy favourites to win Serie A this season.
From Barron's • Feb. 24, 2026
Snowflakes danced in the awakening sky, touching down softly on Hazel’s long black hair.
From "Breadcrumbs" by Anne Ursu
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