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
The Lake County Council approved an economic revitalization area for John Deere Thursday during a special meeting, during which eight members of the public spoke to voice overall support but also some concerns.
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Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 31 Jan. 2026
Although neighborhoods became considerably richer after the HOPE VI revitalizations—household incomes increased by 45 percent, and poverty rates dropped by 12 percentage points—this is due entirely to richer adults moving in.
—Idrees Kahloon, The Atlantic, 29 Jan. 2026
Demolition of the historic Parade Park buildings was scheduled for last month, but was delayed as developers secured additional funding for the complex’s ambitious revitalization project.
—Laura Bauer, Kansas City Star, 28 Jan. 2026
Preservation was part of the conversation when the two connected, but both were also focused on revitalization and augmenting the structure’s old-world charms with something fresh and modern.
—Lina Lecaro, Los Angeles Times, 28 Jan. 2026
The project was planned to clear the area of outdated and dilapidated buildings, to attract new businesses and promote economic revitalization.
—Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 27 Jan. 2026
Little public investment or neighborhood revitalization could have taken root beneath the shadow of an elevated highway or within a gutted Fells Point.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 23 Jan. 2026
The theater also is the latest piece in a broader downtown revitalization effort led by Dobson and his partners, who have restored multiple historic buildings in Mount Pleasant.
—Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 22 Jan. 2026
Town and school leaders have long hoped new development on the now-vacant property would boost Eatonville’s limited tax base and jump-start a revitalization of the town, which has has struggled economically.
—Silas Morgan, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Jan. 2026
Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 31 Jan. 2026
Although neighborhoods became considerably richer after the HOPE VI revitalizations—household incomes increased by 45 percent, and poverty rates dropped by 12 percentage points—this is due entirely to richer adults moving in.
—Idrees Kahloon, The Atlantic, 29 Jan. 2026
Demolition of the historic Parade Park buildings was scheduled for last month, but was delayed as developers secured additional funding for the complex’s ambitious revitalization project.
—Laura Bauer, Kansas City Star, 28 Jan. 2026
Preservation was part of the conversation when the two connected, but both were also focused on revitalization and augmenting the structure’s old-world charms with something fresh and modern.
—Lina Lecaro, Los Angeles Times, 28 Jan. 2026
The project was planned to clear the area of outdated and dilapidated buildings, to attract new businesses and promote economic revitalization.
—Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 27 Jan. 2026
Little public investment or neighborhood revitalization could have taken root beneath the shadow of an elevated highway or within a gutted Fells Point.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 23 Jan. 2026
The theater also is the latest piece in a broader downtown revitalization effort led by Dobson and his partners, who have restored multiple historic buildings in Mount Pleasant.
—Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 22 Jan. 2026
Town and school leaders have long hoped new development on the now-vacant property would boost Eatonville’s limited tax base and jump-start a revitalization of the town, which has has struggled economically.
—Silas Morgan, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for revitalization
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Zohran Mamdani, New York City’s new mayor, in November voiced his opposition to easing short-term rental restrictions, siding with union workers and suggesting any revival of Airbnb’s fight in the city in the new year could be met with similar resistance.—
Melanie Anzidei,
New York Times,
4 Feb. 2026
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The series aired from 2004 to 2010 on ABC (all seven original seasons are streaming now), with brief revivals in 2013 and 2019, plus the spinoff Celebrity Wife Swap from 2012 to 2015.—
Kevin Jacobsen,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Feb. 2026
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And there’s a sort of resurgence of PR over marketing.—
Ben Smith,
semafor.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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Every piece is a unicorn of sorts, and as the popularity of the Reverso continues to see a resurgence, will probably continue to increase in value.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
5 Feb. 2026
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Under the terms of the purchase agreement, Noisy Creek is assuming the Reader’s debt and investing in its rebirth as a hybrid for-profit monthly publication supported by the new owner’s nonprofit arm, the Fund for Alternative Journalism.—
Robert Channick,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Jan. 2026
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In the right circumstances, failure can bring about opportunity — for rebirth and reinvention — in pro sports.—
James Mirtle,
New York Times,
30 Jan. 2026
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The infrastructure replacement and renewal of a 42-inch water main in that area is expected to continue for several months, with road restoration scheduled for June.—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
9 Feb. 2026
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By all accounts, the renewal of the Pakistan Accord is a good thing.—
Jasmin Malik Chua,
Sourcing Journal,
9 Feb. 2026
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“Revitalization.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/revitalization. Accessed 12 Feb. 2026.
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