resurrection

noun

ˌre-zə-ˈrek-shən How to pronounce resurrection (audio)
Definition of resurrectionnext
as in revival
the act or an instance of bringing something back to life, public attention, or vigorous activity a general resurrection of patriotism after the war began

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Recent Examples of resurrection Exile and resurrection in a red state may finally assure him a green light. — Gary Baum, HollywoodReporter, 8 June 2026 The split was immediate, as a large share of social media and several critics framed the move as a kind of digital resurrection that the dead can’t consent to, and Tupac trended for the wrong reasons. — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026 After her death, the cult’s survivors say Alamo forced his followers to pray over her body to bring about her resurrection, which the Brodericks’ mother gladly did. — Rob Picheta, CNN Money, 28 May 2026 But according to the Bible, Jesus remained on Earth for 40 days after his resurrection, and Gibson says there is an additional story to be told about the three days between his crucifixion and return. — Britt Hayes, Entertainment Weekly, 26 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for resurrection
Recent Examples of Synonyms for resurrection
  1. revival
  2. resurgence
  3. rebirth
  4. renewal
Noun
  • Directed by Thomas Kail, the current production marks the play’s first Broadway revival.
    — Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 11 July 2026
  • Presented by Hollywood Entertainment, the evening could be ground zero for the next stage of the misbegotten movie’s revival.
    — Mark Olsen, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
Definition of revival
Noun
  • Coal’s resurgence Energy demand is a big part of why coal has made an unexpected comeback, despite its costs.
    — Ella Nilsen, CNN Money, 13 July 2026
  • Certainly not most people, including this critic and presumably Duff herself, who comes across as more than just a bit in awe of the resurgence in her career after many years out of the white-hot celebrity spotlight.
    — Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 12 July 2026
Definition of resurgence
Noun
  • Oddly, the fire ushered in a new era for Dan Tana’s — a rebirth, even.
    — Maddie Connors, Los Angeles Times, 14 July 2026
  • In January, the long-lasting carnation (Dianthus caryophyllus) and the delicate, early-blooming snowdrop (Galanthus) symbolize admiration and rebirth.
    — SJ McShane, Martha Stewart, 11 July 2026
Definition of rebirth
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  • The Trust instead signed a 10-year lease, overwhelmingly approved by Miami voters in a referendum, with options for renewal.
    — Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 17 July 2026
  • That information includes the types of services covered by the renewal, the frequency and cost of renewing the service, and clear instructions on how to cancel the subscription or membership.
    — P.R. Lockhart, Hartford Courant, 17 July 2026
Definition of renewal

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“Resurrection.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resurrection. Accessed 18 Jul. 2026.

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