resuscitate
verb (used with object)
to revive, especially from apparent death or from unconsciousness.
resuscitation
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a word derived from
resuscitate.
Example Sentences
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The coroner's office said emergency responders had "initiated advanced cardiac life support measures; however, resuscitation efforts were unsuccessful".
From BBC ● Sep. 22, 2026
Despite resuscitation efforts he was pronounced dead, the inquest was told.
From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026
He tried to revive Breeze by giving her mouth-to-mouth resuscitation when her body was brought outside, but it was too late.
From Barron's ● Jul. 13, 2026
He went into cardiac arrest while at the hospital and required three rounds of cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 27, 2026
Some will suggest mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, while others will strive to recall episodes of medical television dramas that may or may not be relevant to your case.
From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood
