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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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

“I feel mad and upset that they have to relive this again,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times

Kathy, unsure of what else to do and not wanting to relive the moment in school again, picked up the frybread and took a bite.

From Literature

“When you don’t know your history, you tend to relive it,” Miller said.

From Los Angeles Times

Paul replied to the video, writing, “Worst part is my daughter having to relive and see it all over again years later after extensive work with her and apologies to her about that night.”

From Los Angeles Times

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