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reignite

British  
/ ˌriːɪɡˈnaɪt /

verb

  1. to catch fire or cause to catch fire again

    the burners reignited

  2. to flare up or cause to flare up again

    to reignite the war

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More than just a champion, Alcaraz has been an accelerant, a signal of how an old game like tennis can reignite and improve, even upon its greatest.

From The Wall Street Journal

Any confirmation of that view could help the dollar, while a weaker number could reignite speculation about rate cuts.

From The Wall Street Journal

The moment reignited speculation that one of the most glittering careers in sporting history may be nearing its end.

From Barron's

Over the years, the company has embraced baggier fits, jorts, western-wear trends, lighter-weight pants and pants with moisture control in an effort to reignite demand from consumers battling higher living costs.

From MarketWatch

If he succeeds and interest rates are cut radically they could reignite inflation, shock the bond market, or both, with nasty effects on stocks.

From The Wall Street Journal