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resumption

noun

re·​sump·​tion ri-ˈzəm(p)-shən How to pronounce resumption (audio)
1
: an act or instance of resuming : recommencement
Resumption of the game is expected soon.
2
: a return to payment in specie

Examples of resumption in a Sentence

The rain has stopped, but we're still waiting for the resumption of the game. Resumption of peace talks is expected soon.
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The company confirmed the milestone in an ASX announcement dated November 24, saying the blast signals the resumption of full mining operations and keeps the project on track to reach a steady-state production rate in early 2026. Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 25 Nov. 2025 In a joint press conference with the Suez Canal Authority (SCA) on Tuesday, Maersk CEO Vincent Clerc again asserted that the resumption of navigations through the Suez Canal will be dependent on the safety of its crew members. Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 25 Nov. 2025 Despite the resumption, there were no visible signs of improvements to the security situation near the airport. Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 23 Nov. 2025 Trump also ordered a resumption of nuclear testing. John Seiler, Oc Register, 23 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for resumption

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French or Late Latin; Anglo-French, from Late Latin resumption-, resumptio, from Latin resumere

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of resumption was in the 15th century

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“Resumption.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/resumption. Accessed 3 Dec. 2025.

Kids Definition

resumption

noun
re·​sump·​tion ri-ˈzəm(p)-shən How to pronounce resumption (audio)
: the action of resuming

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