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 House is also hoping tax increment financing could lead to revitalization of a downtown area, drawing in more business revenue through development. Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 5 Aug. 2026 The building was later converted into housing in the 2000s, an early contributor to downtown’s revitalization. Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 4 Aug. 2026 The campus revitalization has been spearheaded by director Melissa Chiu, who will leave the Hirshhorn at the end of this month to become director of the Guggenheim Museum in New York. Maura Judkis, Washington Post, 4 Aug. 2026 It was stated that these facilities would bring jobs, steady tax revenue, and a high-tech revitalization to struggling agricultural towns. Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 3 Aug. 2026 Overnight, try riverside Otani Sanso, a ryokan (traditional inn) whose youthful fifth-generation owner is a major player in local revitalization efforts. Jessica Kozuka, Travel + Leisure, 2 Aug. 2026 The city’s Democratic Mayor Daniel Lurie has embraced a more centrist approach to homelessness, addiction, downtown revitalization, and public safety, helping build a political operation that backs more moderate policies. Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 1 Aug. 2026 In recent years, the park has undergone a wave of revitalization. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 July 2026 As Phase 4 of the revitalization project moves forward this fall, Wind & Sea is not the only longtime restaurant shuttering. Lily Wright, Los Angeles Times, 25 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for revitalization
Noun
  • The revival serves as a continuation of Wizards of Waverly Place, which aired for four seasons from 2007 to 2012.
    Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Now, New Radicals have had yet another revival, this time by their own hand.
    Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 7 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Knizner could provide valuable depth for their stretch run, given his recent offensive resurgence and the Yankees' clear need.
    Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Furniture from the 1960s and ‘70s fell out of favor during the 1980s before experiencing a resurgence in the 1990s, Hirsch explains.
    Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 9 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Sure, Tony goes through yet another rebirth cycle, (as does every hero in their origin story film), but the film’s cheekiness makes that trope feel fresh and fun once again.
    EW Staff, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Tending to a garden takes resilience and consistency — both of which Young The Giant demonstrates through an era of rebirth and pushes listeners to practice.
    Sophie Lindberg, Kansas City Star, 3 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Procurement frameworks specify exit rights at every renewal, termination for deprecation, and price locks running no longer than twelve months.
    Jason Snyder, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2026
  • According to the announcement, the semi-acoustic record draws inspiration from reflective touchstones in Young’s catalog such as Comes a Time and Prairie Wind, with lyrics that grapple with memory, mortality and renewal.
    SPIN Staff, SPIN, 7 Aug. 2026

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“Revitalization.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/revitalization. Accessed 13 Aug. 2026.

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