Synonyms

relive

American

[ree-liv] / riˈlɪv /

verb (used with object)

relived, reliving

to experience again, as an emotion.
to live (one's life) again.

verb (used without object)

relived, reliving

to live again.

relive British

/ riːˈlɪv /

verb

(tr) to experience (a sensation, event, etc) again, esp in the imagination

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Other Word Forms

relivable adjective

Etymology

Origin of relive

First recorded in 1540–50; re- + live ¹

Example Sentences

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“While nothing can undo the loss of Zayde, this resolution spares his loved ones from having to relive these horrific events through a lengthy and painful jury trial.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

"Everything they have built this season, don't let it affect them. They have been in this situation before and they don't want to relive that."

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

But Miller’s dramatic vision requires actors to relive the experiences of their characters, the way they do in De Santos’ production.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Has there been any particular game that if you could relive it you would?

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

None of us can undo what we’ve done, or relive a life already recorded. in life.

From "Tuesdays with Morrie" by Mitch Albom

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