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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.
Parents often check on their children when they wake in the middle of the night.
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.
The soldiers woke in shifts to ensure the camp stayed safe.
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.
The nurse woke the patient after the surgery to check on their recovery.
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.
The article woke readers to the impact of their daily choices on the planet.
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.
The speech woke a sense of unity and purpose in the crowd.
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.
In the wake of the accident, safety protocols were reviewed.
02
a vigil held over a corpse the night before burial
03
the wave that spreads behind a boat as it moves forward
04
an island in the western Pacific between Guam and Hawaii
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