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
Can this signal a resurgence of Club name Nike ?
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Jim Cramer, CNBC, 24 Oct. 2025
The luxuriously soft handle has experienced an epic resurgence—just take a look at the range, from high to low, of suede bags available on the market today.
—Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 24 Oct. 2025
The Javonte Williams resurgence is real.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 24 Oct. 2025
The campaign sparked a new footwear trend, which has recently seen a resurgence on and off the runways.
—Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2025
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Jim Cramer, CNBC, 24 Oct. 2025
The luxuriously soft handle has experienced an epic resurgence—just take a look at the range, from high to low, of suede bags available on the market today.
—Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 24 Oct. 2025
The Javonte Williams resurgence is real.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 24 Oct. 2025
The campaign sparked a new footwear trend, which has recently seen a resurgence on and off the runways.
—Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for resurgence
Recent Examples of Synonyms for resurgence
Noun
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Lear deBessonet’s kinetic revival conjures the churn of the times and their emotional reality.—
Hilton Als,
New Yorker,
24 Oct. 2025
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The series — technically titled The All-New Mickey Mouse Club — was a revival of a classic series that had enjoyed runs in the 1950s and 1970s.—
Victoria Edel,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
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In astrology, the sun is symbolic of our ego, identity and life force, while Pluto governs themes of transformation, power and rebirth.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
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During the one-hour-long conversation, the Puerto Rican artist opened up about his personal and professional rebirth; his latest album, Lamento en Baile; as well as God’s purpose with him.—
Jessica Roiz,
Billboard,
23 Oct. 2025
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Veteran Daniele Rugani, who spent last season on loan at Ajax, showed his experience against Kylian Mbappe and maybe that his recent contract renewal was worthwhile after all.—
James Horncastle,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
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The entire first season is available now via Paramount+ and is currently pending news of a second season renewal.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
23 Oct. 2025
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“Resurgence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resurgence. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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