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to wake
01
to become conscious again after sleeping
Intransitive
Examples
After a refreshing nap, it takes a moment to fully wake and regain awareness.
02
to stay attentive and aware and watch or guard over something
Intransitive
Examples
He promised to wake and watch over the city as part of his night patrol.
03
to bring someone from sleep or unconsciousness into a state of wakefulness
Transitive: to wake sb
Examples
The loud noise outside woke her from her deep sleep.
04
to bring something to someone’s attention or spark their interest in it
Transitive: to wake sb to sth
Examples
The campaign aimed to wake the public to the importance of mental health care.
05
to stir up emotions, feelings, or passions in someone
Transitive: to wake feelings or passions
Examples
His words woke a passion for justice in her heart.
Wake
01
the aftermath or consequences following a significant event, especially a disaster
Examples
The wake of the storm caused widespread damage to homes and infrastructure.
02
a ceremony or vigil held over a dead body the night before burial
03
the trail of waves left behind a moving boat
04
an island in the western Pacific Ocean, located between Hawaii and Guam
Examples
Wake is a remote island in the Pacific.
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