Originally Posted by A Moose in Love

Theoretically, you're correct. However, in the absence of a stone, I
have brought a blade back to life by using a steel. I ran the blade
over the steel for quite a while. It's not the correct way to do
things, but it seemed to work in a pinch. However, use a stone if
possible, and if you can get your knives to a grinder, then do so.