revitalization

Definition of revitalizationnext
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 Trump has cited the center’s financial woes and need for repairs and revitalization. — Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 2 Nov. 2026 What can start out as a project for the studios can become a whole revitalization of a city. — Marlow Stern, Variety, 17 Oct. 2026 His proficiency, buoyed by his expensive taste and skill in daisy-chaining images together, got his foot in the door of the indie-rap revitalization. — Matthew Ritchie, Pitchfork, 15 Oct. 2026 But over the course of the past decade, an influx of entrepreneurs plus a comprehensive plan led by the city and REV Birmingham, a nonprofit focused on revitalization and economic development, has brought the center back to life. — Leslie Pariseau, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Oct. 2026 Many residents that spoke out at Tuesday’s public hearing agreed that the plaza needs a revitalization of sorts, but not at the expense of pushing the 14 existing businesses out. — Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 8 Oct. 2026 The current phase of revitalization is called United Village, where a new hotel, two restaurant pavilions and more are being built. — Frankie McLister, CBS News, 7 Oct. 2026 As such, more than 60 percent of nominators identified opportunities for heritage sites to support local economies through sustainable tourism, urban revitalization, and job creation. — Francesca Aton, ARTnews.com, 2 Oct. 2026 Middleton’s district includes Sunrise Mall, and in the coming years, the city will attempt to guide the struggling property through an ambitious revitalization effort. — Sacbee.com, 1 Oct. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for revitalization
Noun
  • Researching the house’s roots, Foster found Spanish, Mediterranean revival, and English influences, and the couple felt free to embrace all three.
    — Michelle Ruiz, Architectural Digest, 5 Nov. 2026
  • Recent projects include Gap’s handbag launch, John Hardy’s repositioning and work with Proenza Schouler on the revival of its PS1 bag.
    — Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2026
Noun
  • Despite New York’s disappointing season, quarterback Geno Smith has put together his own resurgence, entering Sunday with 1,913 passing yards, 12 touchdowns and just three interceptions.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 5 Nov. 2026
  • Surging oil prices have put pressure on global government bonds this year, as energy supply constraints in the Middle East raise concerns about a resurgence of inflation and more hawkish central bank policy.
    — Sean Conlon,Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2026
Noun
  • Jains observe Diwali as the day Lord Mahavira, the last of their great teachers, attained nirvana, or liberation from the cycle of birth, death and rebirth.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Gordon arrived seeking a sort of rebirth for his season, a return to form as one of the NBA’s best role players.
    — Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 6 Nov. 2026
Noun
  • The housing activists are seeking the automatic renewals of leases as a way to protect renters and other measures.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 12 Nov. 2026
  • For Lake County, renewal premiums are about 20% higher, the presentation said.
    — Joseph States, Chicago Tribune, 11 Nov. 2026

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“Revitalization.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/revitalization. Accessed 12 Nov. 2026.

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