come alive

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: to become excited and filled with energy

The crowd came alive when the singer appeared on stage.

: to become filled with activity

This neighborhood is quiet during the day, but it comes alive at night.

: to become exciting or appealing

In her kitchen, Italian food comes alive.

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Through his extensive use of practical effects, Crowley designed sets where Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo could shine and come alive as Glinda and Elphaba. —

Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 14 Feb. 2025 The kitchen seems to come alive with sapphire blue cabinets and a new dishwasher that was installed in 2022, the listing on Zillow says. —

Tj MacIas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Feb. 2025 Sidney Crosby has come alive in recent weeks after a slow start, which offers some hope. —

Scott Powers, The Athletic, 4 Jan. 2025 Vivian: When spring arrives, the whole community seems to come alive with excitement. —

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