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
Cutting-edge tech abounds, including machines from the VR training company Icaros that give you a crazy core workout, devices for intravenous ozone therapy, a bed for advanced cell regeneration therapy to repair damaged tissue, and a hell of a lot more.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Apr. 2026
In Cavarocchi’s practice, womanhood is seen as a manifestation of nature, with landscapes playing a role in healing trauma and reflecting cyclical rhythms of regeneration.
—Photovogue, Vogue, 21 Apr. 2026
With care, intention, and a deep respect for the land, Billy has gently brought the garden back to life through soil regeneration and thoughtful planting.
—Kris Slugg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026
At the heart of the stay is Panchakarma, Ayurveda’s most profound detoxification and regeneration program.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Apr. 2026
In Cavarocchi’s practice, womanhood is seen as a manifestation of nature, with landscapes playing a role in healing trauma and reflecting cyclical rhythms of regeneration.
—Photovogue, Vogue, 21 Apr. 2026
With care, intention, and a deep respect for the land, Billy has gently brought the garden back to life through soil regeneration and thoughtful planting.
—Kris Slugg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026
At the heart of the stay is Panchakarma, Ayurveda’s most profound detoxification and regeneration program.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for regeneration
Noun
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During a recent interview with The New Yorker, Metcalf, 70, revealed that the two haven't been in contact since the revival series was canceled in 2018 following Barr's abrupt departure.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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The committee does not explain the reasoning behinds its rulings – the season’s fourth and final batch of rulings were made today – but despite her prominence in the revival’s marketing campaign her role as the wife of Nathan Lane’s Willy Loman apparently was deemed a supporting character.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
29 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Experts who monitor far-right extremism have tracked a resurgence in California in recent years.—
Sonja Sharp,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2026
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The military also scaled down its own presence in Syria, where the main mission was to prevent a resurgence of IS.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
30 Apr. 2026
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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
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Pluto is the planet of power, shadow work, endings, rebirth, obsession and the truth beneath the surface.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
24 Apr. 2026
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Under the existing schedule, renewal paperwork was not due until 2028 at the earliest.—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
28 Apr. 2026
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The eight licenses in question aren’t due for renewal for years.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Regeneration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/regeneration. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
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