resuscitation
- a word derived from resuscitate.
Example Sentences
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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
Also called an advance directive, a living will sets forth your wishes regarding life-sustaining treatments, such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation or tube feeding, if you are unable to make decisions on your own.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 28, 2026
“Police assisted with resuscitation efforts, including the use of a defibrillator,” the release said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 16, 2026
She had been there when the resuscitation began, and she stayed.
From Slate ● Mar. 29, 2026
I put him down on his back, tilted his head back, and began mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
From "Kindred" by Octavia Butler
