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
Working alongside the theater’s longtime production company, McCoy Rigby Entertainment — which will continue to book and mount the theater’s Broadway series — McNicholl shepherded an impactful rebirth following the 1,250-seat theater’s darkest days of closure during the pandemic.
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Christopher Smith, Oc Register, 9 June 2026
In this early 19th-century rebirth of backcountry religion, traveling ministers preached a fiery gospel of grace, stirring large crowds with their open-air sermons.
—Matthew Smith, The Conversation, 8 June 2026
Butterflies symbolize transformation, rebirth, and growth.
—Amanda Le, InStyle, 7 June 2026
Martyn has been in the game for more than two decades, but Music for Existing feels like a rebirth.
—Philip Sherburne, Pitchfork, 4 June 2026
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Christopher Smith, Oc Register, 9 June 2026
In this early 19th-century rebirth of backcountry religion, traveling ministers preached a fiery gospel of grace, stirring large crowds with their open-air sermons.
—Matthew Smith, The Conversation, 8 June 2026
Butterflies symbolize transformation, rebirth, and growth.
—Amanda Le, InStyle, 7 June 2026
Martyn has been in the game for more than two decades, but Music for Existing feels like a rebirth.
—Philip Sherburne, Pitchfork, 4 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rebirth
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The series serves as an update to Fox’s crime drama series, which ran from 2005 to 2009 with a revival season airing in 2017.—
Kirsten Chuba,
HollywoodReporter,
17 June 2026
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While introduced during the late-’80s fitness craze as a competitor for the Reebok Workout, the Powerphase is best known for its revival by Kanye West, now known as Ye, through his Adidas Yeezy line in 2017.—
Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
16 June 2026
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Meanwhile, what growth exists is clustered along the I-79 corridor in Butler and Washington counties, a geographic pattern that reflects suburban expansion more than regional resurgence.—
Christopher Briem,
The Conversation,
12 June 2026
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The classic is enjoying a resurgence in popularity and pairs perfectly with the casual vibe of Arizona sandals and wide-leg jeans.—
Selene Oliva,
Glamour,
12 June 2026
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Fils-Aimé told the Miami Herald that his discussions focused primarily on the deployment of the GSF and the upcoming renewal of its mandate in September.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
17 June 2026
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These hydrogel eye masks are powered by Bio-NAD, a bioactive coenzyme known for supporting cellular renewal and long-term skin resilience.—
Kathryn Hopkins,
Footwear News,
16 June 2026
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Exile and resurrection in a red state may finally assure him a green light.—
Gary Baum,
HollywoodReporter,
8 June 2026
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The split was immediate, as a large share of social media and several critics framed the move as a kind of digital resurrection that the dead can’t consent to, and Tupac trended for the wrong reasons.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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“Rebirth.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rebirth. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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