as in revival
the act or an instance of bringing something back to life, public attention, or vigorous activity a renewed interest in long-playing records led to the rebirth of the turntable among audiophiles

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Recent Examples of rebirth In astrology, the sun is symbolic of our ego, identity and life force, while Pluto governs themes of transformation, power and rebirth. Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025 Um, so think things were, and the Hudson, there's an amazing story of renewal and rebirth on the Lower Hudson. Outside Online, 22 Oct. 2025 The mural included several symbols for rebirth tied to Latino culture and the home countries of neighbors in the area, Pérez said. Alyssa N. Salcedo, jsonline.com, 15 Oct. 2025 There's a lot of talk — both in the music and from you — about the idea of rebirth and having parts of you die to get to a place where you can be reborn. Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for rebirth
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Noun
  • Whitmer said the plaza being named after Nick Gilbert is a reminder that the center of Detroit's revival has always been love for family and community and hope for a brighter future.
    Natalie Davies, Freep.com, 7 Nov. 2025
  • Related Stories That’s just the top of the list of reboots and revivals in the works.
    Michael Schneider, Variety, 7 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • This valuable pottery has seen a resurgence in recent years, and is a favorite of collectors.
    Heather Bien, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2025
  • The New York Giants lost one of their twin engines behind a franchise resurgence in 2025 when Cam Skattebo went down with a gruesome injury against the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 8, and the team must now find at least a temporary replacement for the electric rookie running back.
    Max Dible, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Those employees can continue working on SNAP applications and renewals until that date.
    Daniel McFadin, Arkansas Online, 7 Nov. 2025
  • His original announcement on October 13 stated his contract was simply not being renewed, but this new report confirms the non-renewal has been escalated to an early termination.
    Andrew Ravens‎, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • Christ’s resurrection came three days later, according to the Bible.
    Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 21 Oct. 2025
  • His art reminds us that every archive is also an act of resurrection.
    Alessia Glaviano, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2025

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“Rebirth.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rebirth. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.

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