as in revival
the act or an instance of bringing something back to life, public attention, or vigorous activity
the mayor was present at the ceremony marking the revitalization of the old industrial neighborhood as a new center for art galleries and lofts
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Recent Examples of revitalization
In the eyes of Courtney LaPlante, lead singer of the popular progressive metal band Spiritbox, this revitalization is based around how receptive young people have become to fantastical content in general.
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Mackenzie Cummings-Grady, Billboard, 14 Oct. 2025
The dedicated revitalization of neighborhoods such as the historic Third Ward and Lincoln Village has also kept visitors busy with specialty shops, galleries, and more creative businesses.
—Cailey Gleeson, jsonline.com, 9 Oct. 2025
Another plan for the Excelsior Club While the council seems intent on moving forward with Kennedy’s revitalization plans, The Charlotte Museum of History’s CEO would like to save the building.
—Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 7 Oct. 2025
Roanoke earned praise for its revitalization of the franchise, taking a fresh approach that essentially divides the season into two halves.
—Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Oct. 2025
The landlord, Monty Summers — who sold the building in 2023 to Somera Road, a New York developer that is investing $500 million in West Bottoms revitalization, but continues managing it — hung up when asked about his tenant.
—David Hudnall, Kansas City Star, 2 Oct. 2025
In short, the revitalization that the Coney would ostensibly un-stall has, in fact, already begun to un-stall itself.
—Christopher Bonanos, Curbed, 24 Sep. 2025
The new store is seen by many as a symbol of Detroit's ongoing revitalization.
—Jc Reindl, Freep.com, 19 Sep. 2025
From that hope sprang property renovations and revitalization.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 Sep. 2025
Mackenzie Cummings-Grady, Billboard, 14 Oct. 2025
The dedicated revitalization of neighborhoods such as the historic Third Ward and Lincoln Village has also kept visitors busy with specialty shops, galleries, and more creative businesses.
—Cailey Gleeson, jsonline.com, 9 Oct. 2025
Another plan for the Excelsior Club While the council seems intent on moving forward with Kennedy’s revitalization plans, The Charlotte Museum of History’s CEO would like to save the building.
—Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 7 Oct. 2025
Roanoke earned praise for its revitalization of the franchise, taking a fresh approach that essentially divides the season into two halves.
—Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Oct. 2025
The landlord, Monty Summers — who sold the building in 2023 to Somera Road, a New York developer that is investing $500 million in West Bottoms revitalization, but continues managing it — hung up when asked about his tenant.
—David Hudnall, Kansas City Star, 2 Oct. 2025
In short, the revitalization that the Coney would ostensibly un-stall has, in fact, already begun to un-stall itself.
—Christopher Bonanos, Curbed, 24 Sep. 2025
The new store is seen by many as a symbol of Detroit's ongoing revitalization.
—Jc Reindl, Freep.com, 19 Sep. 2025
From that hope sprang property renovations and revitalization.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for revitalization
Noun
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Due to the team's revival, the assistant coach wrote to KISS twice sharing their story, and KISS responded in a manner small town Cadillac did not anticipate.—
Sarah Moore,
Freep.com,
17 Oct. 2025
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In furniture, the revival of those slightly distant decades leans toward soft silhouettes, rounded edges and a low-slung vibe.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
17 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Eastern Syria is where risks of ethnic tension, tribal mobilization, and jihadist resurgence converge, if talks fail.—
Hassan Hassan,
Time,
11 Oct. 2025
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By all accounts, the big banks will have plenty of good news to report, given a rebound in the capital markets, as well as a huge resurgence in dealmaking activity this year, that have boosted their businesses.—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
10 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The brand’s rebirth in 2019 reconnected it to that same ethos, with a focus on craftsmanship and authenticity.—
Christopher Claxton,
Billboard,
16 Oct. 2025
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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
Noun
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Another business owner requested simplifying licensing processes and making renewals easier.—
Mars King,
Twin Cities,
17 Oct. 2025
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The 17-year-long lease will commence at the start of 2026, with two five-year renewal options when the term expires in June 2043, the documents state.—
Matthew Geiger,
Denver Post,
16 Oct. 2025
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“Revitalization.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/revitalization. Accessed 18 Oct. 2025.
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