liven
verb (used with object)
to put life into; rouse; enliven; cheer (often followed byup ).
has livened
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present perfectof liven (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Over the years, WET has livened many plays with interesting premises and conceptual big swings that don’t always land.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 12, 2023
This story has livened up my conversations over the last four weeks.
From Salon ● Jul. 30, 2022
Horne said that Shortz has livened up the art form in his quarter century at the Times, in part by introducing brand names, pop culture, and slang.
From Slate ● Jan. 3, 2019
EST 13:45 57 min The game has livened up a little.
From The Guardian ● Mar. 12, 2016
“He has livened things up,” said Mrs. Brisbane.
From "The World According to Humphrey" by Betty G. Birney
