Rekindle (verb)

1. To cause a fire, feeling, or situation to start burning or developing again after it has died down or stopped.
2. To bring back to life or renew something that has been lost or forgotten.

Origin:

Early 17th century: from re- (expressing intensive force) + kindle (in the sense "ignite").

Examples:

1. The fire had gone out and he had to rekindle it.
2. The couple's relationship was rekindled after years of being apart.
3. The old memories rekindled my longing for the past.
4. She decided to rekindle her love for painting after a long break.
5. The new leadership"s efforts to rekindle the company"s innovative spirit have been successful.