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resurgence


re·sur·gence

noun \ri-ˈsər-jən(t)s\

: a growth or increase that occurs after a period without growth or increase

Full Definition of RESURGENCE

:  a rising again into life, activity, or prominence <a resurgence of interest>
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Examples of RESURGENCE

  1. There has been some resurgence in economic activity recently.
  2. <the downtown has experienced a resurgence since the commercial revitalization project was completed>

First Known Use of RESURGENCE

circa 1834

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Synonyms
reanimation, rebirth, regeneration, rejuvenation, rejuvenescence, renewal, revival, resurrection, resuscitation, revitalization, revivification

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