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 data center buildout is fueling a resurgence in revenue growth in Microsoft’s cloud-computing business, but the company hasn’t had as much success in getting customers to pay for the AI services infused into its software products.
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Jeran Wittenstein, Fortune, 11 Jan. 2026
For You Page fueling the resurgence—celebrities of all ages have eagerly embraced the trend, too.
—Annie Blackman, InStyle, 10 Jan. 2026
First-year coach Ben Johnson has seemingly managed to push all of the right buttons while guiding second-year quarterback Caleb Williams and the Bears on this journey of resurgence.
—Mike Jones, New York Times, 10 Jan. 2026
But this didn’t deeply affect the resurgence in foreign enrollment.
—Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Jan. 2026
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Jeran Wittenstein, Fortune, 11 Jan. 2026
For You Page fueling the resurgence—celebrities of all ages have eagerly embraced the trend, too.
—Annie Blackman, InStyle, 10 Jan. 2026
First-year coach Ben Johnson has seemingly managed to push all of the right buttons while guiding second-year quarterback Caleb Williams and the Bears on this journey of resurgence.
—Mike Jones, New York Times, 10 Jan. 2026
But this didn’t deeply affect the resurgence in foreign enrollment.
—Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for resurgence
Noun
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Investment in commercial space projects should be accompanied by clear international rules, not a revival of the Cold War-era Space Race.—
Alexander Görlach,
The Orlando Sentinel,
10 Jan. 2026
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The triumphant revival of Eats at Wild Heaven Beer’s West End taproom was announced this week, but the move was predicated on El Tesoro, another beloved casual restaurant, vacating the space.—
Henri Hollis,
AJC.com,
10 Jan. 2026
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Now, the line is seeing a rebirth with a new collection and a new muse, Gracie Abrams.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Jan. 2026
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The newest Paul McCartney documentary takes fans on a ride of his creative rebirth in the years following the breakup of The Beatles, tracing his transition from one of the most famous musicians in the world to an artist rebuilding himself on his own terms.—
Charlie Vargas,
Oc Register,
8 Jan. 2026
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Klein also pointed out that a renewal in Marriott's credit card program could provide an additional boost to the company's EBITDA.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
9 Jan. 2026
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The massive response from fans has led to a swift season 2 renewal and its stars, Williams and Connor Storrie, becoming viral sensations.—
Mekishana Pierre,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Resurgence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resurgence. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.
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