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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Tapping into the skate resurgence, the brand also offered up a new cupsole sneaker — and boat shoes and loafers were among the other key styles. Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2025 This announcement comes on the heels of several Super Bowl halftime shows that have given NFL’s biggest night a resurgence in viewers. Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 29 Sep. 2025 We got disconnected, and this whole resurgence of The Clique online has reconnected us in this really cool, organic and magical way. Meredith Wilshere, PEOPLE, 28 Sep. 2025 While so much focus with Florida goaltending over recent years is (understandably so) on Bobrovsky’s resurgence over the past three years, look at the players the Panthers have brought into the organization over the past few years. Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 28 Sep. 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 7 Oct. 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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