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But those who hope it signals a vivification of the Act might want to temper their optimism.

From Salon • Sep. 14, 2022

When this is done,—as in the examples from Canto XV. of the “Inferno,” and Canto VIII. of the “Purgatorio,”—what an instantaneous vivification of the picture!

From Essays Æsthetical by Calvert, George H. (George Henry)

Just as the physical body of man is in need of its force of life, even so the human soul is in need of the divine animus and vivification emanating from the Holy Spirit.

From The Promulgation of Universal Peace by `Abdu'l-Bahá

"My dear, there is a bloom and joy, a vivification about you that may be felt ten feet away!"

From Foes by Johnston, Mary

No cloud has a silver lining, and every rain-storm is sure to work injury to the crops rather than bring the needful moisture for their vivification.

From Quit Your Worrying! by James, George Wharton