come to life
Example Sentences
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The conceit of “City Island: USA!” is that the landmarks themselves come to life.
From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026
The financials stock is down 28% year to date, but has come to life over the past month, jumping almost 20%.
From Barron's • May 6, 2026
Hearing it will help the dress come to life.
From Salon • Apr. 24, 2026
"It's a rare thing to read something that feels so instantly special, and we cannot wait to see it come to life."
From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026
For a sickening moment Penelope thought that the dead creatures draped around her neck had miraculously come to life and were now seeking some kind of awful revenge.
From "The Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place: Book I: The Mysterious Howling" by Maryrose Wood
