as in revival
the act or an instance of bringing something back to life, public attention, or vigorous activity
the regeneration of knitting and crocheting is in full bloom, with Hollywood stars admitting they knit and crochet on movie sets
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Recent Examples of regeneration
For over 3,000 years, the egg has been celebrated as a symbol of fertility and associated with the regeneration of our earth each spring.
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Liz Regalia, Parents, 14 Mar. 2026
His point was that the abundant regeneration that Hanson shows off represents scorch, where heat opened the cones to release the multitude of seeds.
—Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026
In January 2025 the Duseks’ new lodge, Few & Far Luvhondo, opened among the Soutpansberg Mountains in the Limpopo province of South Africa, with regeneration at its core.
—Lale Arikoglu, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Mar. 2026
Now, a team of scientists has discovered a new mixture incorporating organic materials typically used for soil regeneration on Earth that increase the fertility of the regolith.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 5 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for regeneration
Liz Regalia, Parents, 14 Mar. 2026
His point was that the abundant regeneration that Hanson shows off represents scorch, where heat opened the cones to release the multitude of seeds.
—Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026
In January 2025 the Duseks’ new lodge, Few & Far Luvhondo, opened among the Soutpansberg Mountains in the Limpopo province of South Africa, with regeneration at its core.
—Lale Arikoglu, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Mar. 2026
Now, a team of scientists has discovered a new mixture incorporating organic materials typically used for soil regeneration on Earth that increase the fertility of the regolith.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 5 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for regeneration
Recent Examples of Synonyms for regeneration
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The Vermont native who was raised in Massachusetts joins performers Aaron Tveit and Nicholas Christopher who launched the Broadway revival with Michele.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
26 Mar. 2026
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Joanna Levesque, known to most as JoJo, will replace Lea Michele as Florence Vassy in the Broadway revival of Chess at the Imperial Theatre.—
Hanna Wickes,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Kimberly Williams-Paisley is currently enjoying a TV resurgence.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
27 Mar. 2026
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Even before the resurgence of war between Israel and Hezbollah, Lebanon had made moves to reduce Iran's once-considerable influence.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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White tulips, on the other hand, typically carry the meaning of a new beginning or spiritual rebirth.—
Michelle Mastro,
Architectural Digest,
24 Mar. 2026
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After years of transformation, healing, and creative rebirth, Kesha is stepping into a new era — one defined by radical self-expression, spiritual resilience, and rebellious joy.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
23 Mar. 2026
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Another crucial aspect of Cinecittà’s renewal is its state-of-the-art video and audio post-production facilities, including dubbing and mixing rooms and a 35mm and 16mm film development and restoration lab.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
31 Mar. 2026
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Their transformation through pickling—turning a simple, earthy root into a tangy, vibrant dish—was often seen as a metaphor for renewal and the endurance of the Jewish people through adversity.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Regeneration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/regeneration. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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