This is the 9648th most frequent French word.
déterrer
To unearth or dig up.
In this example, 'déterrer' is employed figuratively to imply bringing back a topic or issue for discussion.
Ils ont déterré un vieux débat politique lors de la réunion.
They unearthed an old political debate during the meeting.
Here, 'déterrer' is used to describe physically digging up or uncovering a buried object.
J'ai déterré un ancien coffre dans le jardin.
I unearthed an ancient chest in the garden.
In this sentence, 'déterrer' metaphorically refers to reviving or recalling past memories.