as in millennium
a period of high artistic or cultural development
the 19th-century literary renaissance that prompted people to refer to Boston as the Athens of America
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Recent Examples of renaissance
His production and leadership have led to a basketball renaissance in New York.
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Rustin Dodd, New York Times, 2 June 2026
The underrated metal is having a renaissance moment.
—Emily Kelleher, InStyle, 31 May 2026
The recent renaissance of raffia totes dates back to the spring 2021 season when they were seen on the runway at Loewe and The Row.
—Irene Kim, Vogue, 30 May 2026
Boosting young people's understanding of government and citizens' rights and responsibilities could help reduce political divisions and vitriol, and the country’s 250th birthday could be the start of a potential decade-long civic renaissance.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 29 May 2026
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Rustin Dodd, New York Times, 2 June 2026
The underrated metal is having a renaissance moment.
—Emily Kelleher, InStyle, 31 May 2026
The recent renaissance of raffia totes dates back to the spring 2021 season when they were seen on the runway at Loewe and The Row.
—Irene Kim, Vogue, 30 May 2026
Boosting young people's understanding of government and citizens' rights and responsibilities could help reduce political divisions and vitriol, and the country’s 250th birthday could be the start of a potential decade-long civic renaissance.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 29 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for renaissance
Noun
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More than two millennia later, another invading army is again visible from its shore.—
Euan Ward,
New Yorker,
29 May 2026
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Almost half a millennium later, the estate found fame with a very different audience.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
26 May 2026
Noun
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Best Things to Do The Grandin Theatre Showing new and classic movies, The Grandin Theatre anchors the historic Grandin Village district with its dazzling art deco design and an illuminated marquee that transports visitors to the golden age of cinema.—
Julekha Dash,
Travel + Leisure,
6 June 2026
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Go at sunset for creative cocktails (the current menu is inspired by the golden age of cinema) and panoramic views.—
Laura Itzkowitz,
Robb Report,
4 June 2026
Noun
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George Clinton took it to its zenith.—
Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson,
VIBE.com,
7 June 2026
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Now, imagine if those teams outside the top 14 still had a shot at the CFP just as the season reaches its zenith.—
Scott Dochterman,
New York Times,
1 June 2026
Noun
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Bharathiraja earned the honorific Iyakkunar Imayam – pinnacle of directors.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
10 June 2026
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In her post-race press conference, Shiffrin spoke movingly about reaching the pinnacle without her father, Jeff, who died in an accident in his home in 2020.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
9 June 2026
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“Renaissance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/renaissance. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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