as in revival
the act or an instance of bringing something back to life, public attention, or vigorous activity
the downtown has experienced a resurgence since the commercial revitalization project was completed
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Recent Examples of resurgence
The double-Platinum single has enjoyed a resurgence in recent years, thanks in part to its reimagining in the Oscar-winning film Everything Everywhere All At Once.
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Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 23 June 2025
Recently, the method of divination has had another resurgence in modern day.
—Lisa Stardust, People.com, 20 June 2025
But Bennett has found a home in Florida and saw a career resurgence here.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 20 June 2025
Cora, Cordelia: These lovely, old-fashioned names are having a resurgence and suit a Cancer’s delicate nature.
—Kara Nesvig, Parents, 17 June 2025
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Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 23 June 2025
Recently, the method of divination has had another resurgence in modern day.
—Lisa Stardust, People.com, 20 June 2025
But Bennett has found a home in Florida and saw a career resurgence here.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 20 June 2025
Cora, Cordelia: These lovely, old-fashioned names are having a resurgence and suit a Cancer’s delicate nature.
—Kara Nesvig, Parents, 17 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for resurgence
Noun
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The revival requires Burnett to tour the cultural capitals, and to talk about the film and therefore his life in situ, as if life did not present its trials after.—
Doreen St. Félix,
New Yorker,
14 June 2025
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The actor, who played Ray Romano’s brother in the series, confirmed that there won’t be a revival of the show after speaking with Romano and Philip Rosenthal, the show’s creator.—
Giana Levy,
Variety,
14 June 2025
Noun
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The invitation itself, a simple image of an egg on a plate, hinted at rebirth and newness, a quiet metaphor echoed throughout the collection.—
Tiana Randall,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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Through poetic dialogue and deeply human characters, August Wilson crafts a story of resilience and rebirth.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
30 June 2025
Noun
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The bill would create a $550 charge for work authorization applications with renewal every six months.—
Elena Moore,
NPR,
28 June 2025
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Her passport renewal was rejected despite her current passport and other documents matching her gender identity.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
27 June 2025
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