revitalization

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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Noun
  • 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
  • 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
  • Cora, Cordelia: These lovely, old-fashioned names are having a resurgence and suit a Cancer’s delicate nature.
    Kara Nesvig, Parents, 17 June 2025
  • One wishes there were a little bit less of this and a little bit more on the part Silicon Valley has played in the resurgence of theories of race and I.Q., and how this has poisoned our politics.
    S. C. Cornell, New Yorker, 16 June 2025
Noun
  • This would certainly be an exciting cause for hope and signify the rebirth of a willingness to listen to our spiritual leaders again.
    Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 21 June 2025
  • The result is a decadent, fearless, money-is-no-object historical rebirth painted with a maximalist brush.
    Katie Nanton, Travel + Leisure, 12 June 2025
Noun
  • Consider a SaaS renewal meeting: Previously, a rep would gather basic account information and demographics before attempting to position their offerings—a time-consuming and imprecise process.
    Forbes.com, Forbes.com, 16 June 2025
  • The series’ breakout success last year earned it a swift second-season renewal, with production already underway.
    Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 15 June 2025
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“Revitalization.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/revitalization. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.

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