REIGNITING Synonyms: 41 Similar and Opposite Words

reigniting

verb

present participle of reignite

as in rekindling

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stoking

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Unitree’s recent slump has raised concerns about how Beijing may boost emerging strategic sectors without stoking a speculative frenzy.

— Anniek Bao,Elaine Yu, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
Social media in South Korea have been filled with messages stoking fears about safety on Jeju, with some spreading groundless rumors and deriding the island.

— Hyung-Jin Kim, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026

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reignites

reigniting

reign (over)

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