as in revival
the act or an instance of bringing something back to life, public attention, or vigorous activity
the mayor was present at the ceremony marking the revitalization of the old industrial neighborhood as a new center for art galleries and lofts
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Recent Examples of revitalization
Advertisement In short, what is needed is a clear mandate from the President and Congress for a crash effort to preserve deterrence through industrial revitalization.
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Eyck Freymann, Time, 4 Nov. 2025
Cui said there has long been a mutual demand for international designers to seek opportunities in China, while Chinese fashion companies want these designers to help them with global expansion, image revitalization, or reaching new consumer groups.
—Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 29 Oct. 2025
This includes reclaiming culture and heritage, such as through Indigenous language revitalization programs.
—jsonline.com, 29 Oct. 2025
In recent years, Savannah, Georgia, has blossomed as a destination for festive experiences, and its vibrancy has only grown brighter thanks to the revitalization of a 1912 power plant.
—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 24 Oct. 2025
Brand revitalization catalyzed by Kelce’s active involvement provides a meaningful opportunity to lift attendance and engagement at Six Flags.
—Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 24 Oct. 2025
His nightly healing symbolizes the inborn and relentless power of Man for revitalization and regeneration, his inalienable creative capacity.
—James Folta, Literary Hub, 22 Oct. 2025
In December 2024, the exterior revitalization of around 22,000 square feet began at the shopping center near TCU.
—Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Oct. 2025
NewSchool’s presence in downtown’s business district makes for a bit of revitalization after dozens of businesses, including the Union-Tribune, left the area in the wake of the pandemic.
—Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Oct. 2025
Eyck Freymann, Time, 4 Nov. 2025
Cui said there has long been a mutual demand for international designers to seek opportunities in China, while Chinese fashion companies want these designers to help them with global expansion, image revitalization, or reaching new consumer groups.
—Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 29 Oct. 2025
This includes reclaiming culture and heritage, such as through Indigenous language revitalization programs.
—jsonline.com, 29 Oct. 2025
In recent years, Savannah, Georgia, has blossomed as a destination for festive experiences, and its vibrancy has only grown brighter thanks to the revitalization of a 1912 power plant.
—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 24 Oct. 2025
Brand revitalization catalyzed by Kelce’s active involvement provides a meaningful opportunity to lift attendance and engagement at Six Flags.
—Kenneth Squire, CNBC, 24 Oct. 2025
His nightly healing symbolizes the inborn and relentless power of Man for revitalization and regeneration, his inalienable creative capacity.
—James Folta, Literary Hub, 22 Oct. 2025
In December 2024, the exterior revitalization of around 22,000 square feet began at the shopping center near TCU.
—Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Oct. 2025
NewSchool’s presence in downtown’s business district makes for a bit of revitalization after dozens of businesses, including the Union-Tribune, left the area in the wake of the pandemic.
—Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for revitalization
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Whitmer said the plaza being named after Nick Gilbert is a reminder that the center of Detroit's revival has always been love for family and community and hope for a brighter future.—
Natalie Davies,
Freep.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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Related Stories That’s just the top of the list of reboots and revivals in the works.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
7 Nov. 2025
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Another example would be the resurgence of Christian Louboutins, the fire-truck-red stilettos once synonymous with 2000s power dressing.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
9 Nov. 2025
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The song has experienced a resurgence thanks to the TikTok challenge, where two people stand back to back, with one person lip-synching the 4 Non Blondes song while the other sings Minaj's rap from her 2012 track.—
Virginia Chamlee,
PEOPLE,
8 Nov. 2025
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During the hourlong conversation with Billboard’s Leila Cobo, the Puerto Rican artist opened up about his personal and professional rebirth, his latest album Lamento en Baile, and God’s purpose for him.—
Jessica Roiz,
Billboard,
4 Nov. 2025
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For 10 years, that desire has powered the rebirth of democratic socialism, driven by millennials and zoomers who can’t afford the milestones of adult life as easily as their parents did.—
David Weigel,
semafor.com,
3 Nov. 2025
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Those employees can continue working on SNAP applications and renewals until that date.—
Daniel McFadin,
Arkansas Online,
7 Nov. 2025
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His original announcement on October 13 stated his contract was simply not being renewed, but this new report confirms the non-renewal has been escalated to an early termination.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Revitalization.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/revitalization. Accessed 19 Nov. 2025.
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