as in resurgence
the act or an instance of bringing something back to life, public attention, or vigorous activity
there was a revival of interest in the author's classic horror stories after a film version of his best-known tale was released
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Recent Examples of revival
The Fay is a 23-story residential tower with 336 units that opened with much fanfare in December 2024 as a housing complex that could help fuel a downtown San Jose revival if its residents dine, shop, drink and seek entertainment in the area.
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George Avalos, Mercury News, 8 Jan. 2026
But the world returned to its new normal and, judging by the Summer Games in Paris, Olympic fervor experienced a revival.
—Marcus Thompson Ii, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
Notable performers who have taken on roles in the show or its revivals include Liza Minnelli, Ricardo Montalbán, Kristin Chenoweth, John Goodman, Megan Mullally, Santino Fontana, and many others.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 7 Jan. 2026
In 2006, for a revival at the La Jolla Playhouse, Mingo was cast as the Head Funky Monkey and understudy to David Alan Grier as the Wiz.
—Peter Larsen, Oc Register, 7 Jan. 2026
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George Avalos, Mercury News, 8 Jan. 2026
But the world returned to its new normal and, judging by the Summer Games in Paris, Olympic fervor experienced a revival.
—Marcus Thompson Ii, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
Notable performers who have taken on roles in the show or its revivals include Liza Minnelli, Ricardo Montalbán, Kristin Chenoweth, John Goodman, Megan Mullally, Santino Fontana, and many others.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 7 Jan. 2026
In 2006, for a revival at the La Jolla Playhouse, Mingo was cast as the Head Funky Monkey and understudy to David Alan Grier as the Wiz.
—Peter Larsen, Oc Register, 7 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for revival
Noun
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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
Noun
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Now, the line is seeing a rebirth with a new collection and a new muse, Gracie Abrams.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Jan. 2026
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The newest Paul McCartney documentary takes fans on a ride of his creative rebirth in the years following the breakup of The Beatles, tracing his transition from one of the most famous musicians in the world to an artist rebuilding himself on his own terms.—
Charlie Vargas,
Oc Register,
8 Jan. 2026
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Klein also pointed out that a renewal in Marriott's credit card program could provide an additional boost to the company's EBITDA.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
9 Jan. 2026
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The massive response from fans has led to a swift season 2 renewal and its stars, Williams and Connor Storrie, becoming viral sensations.—
Mekishana Pierre,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Revival.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/revival. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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