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
Martyn has been in the game for more than two decades, but Music for Existing feels like a rebirth.
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Philip Sherburne, Pitchfork, 4 June 2026
The duo along with Masters of the Universe producer and Mattel Studios President and Chief Content Officer, Robbie Brenner tell us about the long rebirth of He-Man and friends.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 3 June 2026
But a trail of heartbreak, loss, depression and industry battles followed his massive success, leading to a period of retreat and now, rebirth.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 3 June 2026
Revulsion with her mother was what had led her to seek rebirth in Jesus Christ.
—Jonathan Franzen, New Yorker, 1 June 2026
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Philip Sherburne, Pitchfork, 4 June 2026
The duo along with Masters of the Universe producer and Mattel Studios President and Chief Content Officer, Robbie Brenner tell us about the long rebirth of He-Man and friends.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 3 June 2026
But a trail of heartbreak, loss, depression and industry battles followed his massive success, leading to a period of retreat and now, rebirth.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 3 June 2026
Revulsion with her mother was what had led her to seek rebirth in Jesus Christ.
—Jonathan Franzen, New Yorker, 1 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rebirth
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Celia Rowlson-Hall, who has worked in music videos and short films, will choreograph the revival, which will feature music supervision by Or Matias.—
Caitlin Huston,
HollywoodReporter,
10 June 2026
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The Steven Sater and Duncan Sheik musical Spring Awakening will get an Off Broadway revival this fall at Studio Seaview, with Tony-winning director Danya Taymor (The Outsiders) and The Testament of Ann Lee choreographer Celia Rowlson-Hall making her stage choreography debut.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
10 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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Netflix is completing the screen adaptation of Holly Jackson’s bestselling YA crime mystery book trilogy, announcing A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder‘s renewal for a shorter third and final season based on the remaining book, As Good As Dead.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
9 June 2026
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Prime already ordered an early season two renewal.—
Jackie Strause,
HollywoodReporter,
9 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 13 Jun. 2026.
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