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resurgence

noun

re·​sur·​gence ri-ˈsər-jən(t)s How to pronounce resurgence (audio)
: a rising again into life, activity, or prominence
a resurgence of interest

Examples of resurgence in a Sentence

There has been some resurgence in economic activity recently. the downtown has experienced a resurgence since the commercial revitalization project was completed
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The retailer is also jumping on the resurgence of track suits with this Origin Full-zip Track Jacket that’s extremely lightweight and packable for your next holiday getaway (not to mention the striking charcoal green is totally the color of the season). Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 24 Nov. 2025 Tannehill experienced a career resurgence in Tennessee, finishing his first season with the team with 2,742 passing yards and 22 touchdowns. Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 23 Nov. 2025 Those trades helped fuel a resurgence in Robinhood revenue and user engagement earlier this year as bitcoin hit fresh highs and anything tied to artificial intelligence soared. Yun Li, CNBC, 21 Nov. 2025 The State Department did not respond to CNN’s questions about the resurgence of ISIS following the withdrawal of US aid. Nick Paton Walsh, CNN Money, 21 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for resurgence

Word History

First Known Use

1798, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of resurgence was in 1798

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“Resurgence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/resurgence. Accessed 27 Nov. 2025.

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resurgence

noun
re·​sur·​gence ri-ˈsər-jən(t)s How to pronounce resurgence (audio)
: a rising again into life, activity, or notice

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