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dust off the cobwebs

Verb CEFR C2

Definitions

To begin an activity that has been suspended for a long time; to return to something after a long time, especially when there is a need to regain former familiarity or facility.

CEFR level

C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
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See also

dust out dust someone's jacket dust up dustbathe dustbathed dustbathes

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