breathe (new) life into
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: to give new energy and excitement to (something)
She is credited with breathing new life into contemporary art.
The singer managed to breathe life into some tired old songs.
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Dylan Crews, an outfielder, is the best of a plethora of talented young players trying to breathe life into the Washington Nationals franchise.
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Dan Schlossberg, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025
November 26, 2024 At Rose Hill, a farm and cider making operation in New York’s Hudson Valley, a community gathers each year to breathe life into the snowy fields—and make a lot of noise in the process.
—Amiel Stanek, Bon Appétit, 26 Nov. 2024
Rachel Kondo and Justin Marks breathe new life into the classic novel from James Clavell – expanding upon its subtleties with rich cultural authenticity.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 7 Feb. 2025
Plus, being on a more competitive team could breathe new life into Kuzma's season.
—Kristan Hawkins, Newsweek, 6 Feb. 2025
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Dan Schlossberg, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025
November 26, 2024 At Rose Hill, a farm and cider making operation in New York’s Hudson Valley, a community gathers each year to breathe life into the snowy fields—and make a lot of noise in the process.
—Amiel Stanek, Bon Appétit, 26 Nov. 2024
Rachel Kondo and Justin Marks breathe new life into the classic novel from James Clavell – expanding upon its subtleties with rich cultural authenticity.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 7 Feb. 2025
Plus, being on a more competitive team could breathe new life into Kuzma's season.
—Kristan Hawkins, Newsweek, 6 Feb. 2025
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“Breathe (new) life into.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/breathe%20%28new%29%20life%20into. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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