as in revival
the act or an instance of bringing something back to life, public attention, or vigorous activity
a renewed interest in long-playing records led to the rebirth of the turntable among audiophiles
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Recent Examples of rebirth
The celebration has Pagan roots and stretches back to the Middle Ages, a celebration of rebirth at the halfway point between the spring equinox and summer solstice.
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Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 1 May 2026
Some supporters of the Wide Awakes’ rebirth have expressed hesitance about its aesthetics, especially the optics of torch-wielding vigilantes marching through the streets.
—Mia Cathell, The Washington Examiner, 27 Apr. 2026
What a joyous reunion and rebirth that took place on the other side.
—Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 22 Apr. 2026
As Ackerman was studying the league’s rebirth, the Big East rightfully was studying her.
—Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 21 Apr. 2026
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Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 1 May 2026
Some supporters of the Wide Awakes’ rebirth have expressed hesitance about its aesthetics, especially the optics of torch-wielding vigilantes marching through the streets.
—Mia Cathell, The Washington Examiner, 27 Apr. 2026
What a joyous reunion and rebirth that took place on the other side.
—Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 22 Apr. 2026
As Ackerman was studying the league’s rebirth, the Big East rightfully was studying her.
—Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 21 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rebirth
Noun
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Mayor Taylor said the revival of the Arabian Nights parade and festival is the latest step in that path of revival.—
Joshua Ceballos,
Miami Herald,
13 May 2026
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Preppy shoes announced their revival with the buzzy boat shoe resurgence of 2024, and its formal cousin, the loafer, isn’t doing too shabby either these days.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
13 May 2026
Noun
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Except the current ’90s resurgence doesn’t feel the least bit retro.—
Lily Moayeri,
SPIN,
15 May 2026
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Almost half a century later, the resurgence of the LES as an artists’ hub is being shaped by small, independent galleries; artist-run nonprofits like 99Canal and the Abrons Art Center; blue-chip galleries like Perrotin; and the East Side outposts of Chelsea galleries such as Hollis Taggart.—
Natalia Torija,
Curbed,
14 May 2026
Noun
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Luis, 29 and originally from Mexico, applied for his renewal in November.—
Ximena Bustillo,
NPR,
19 May 2026
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See the full list of new series orders, renewals and cancellations on THR’s network scorecard.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
19 May 2026
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As his wife recovers, each cycle of death and resurrection pulls him closer to something far more disturbing.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
14 May 2026
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The years that followed saw an enormous upsurge in new approaches to money and monetary policy, including a resurrection of old debates.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
13 May 2026
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“Rebirth.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rebirth. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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