as in revival
the act or an instance of bringing something back to life, public attention, or vigorous activity
the downtown has experienced a resurgence since the commercial revitalization project was completed
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Recent Examples of resurgence
While the area fell somewhat out of favor as companies moved downtown during the aughts, it’s experienced a resurgence since the pandemic, as have other areas by major transit hubs.
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Kim Velsey, Curbed, 6 May 2025
Not until the sixth inning, when Betts continued his resurgence from a deep April slump with a solo home run to left field, did the Dodgers get to Holmes again.
—Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 3 May 2025
Adam Driver, Alex Karpovsky, Jemima Kirke, Zosia Mamet, Andrew Rannells and Allison Williams also starred in the comedy-drama, which has seen a resurgence in popularity on social media in recent years.
—Starr Bowenbank, People.com, 30 Apr. 2025
In London, restaurants serving classic English cuisine are having a resurgence.
—Matt Alt, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
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Kim Velsey, Curbed, 6 May 2025
Not until the sixth inning, when Betts continued his resurgence from a deep April slump with a solo home run to left field, did the Dodgers get to Holmes again.
—Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 3 May 2025
Adam Driver, Alex Karpovsky, Jemima Kirke, Zosia Mamet, Andrew Rannells and Allison Williams also starred in the comedy-drama, which has seen a resurgence in popularity on social media in recent years.
—Starr Bowenbank, People.com, 30 Apr. 2025
In London, restaurants serving classic English cuisine are having a resurgence.
—Matt Alt, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for resurgence
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Francis, meanwhile, is one of this season's biggest breakouts thanks to his role opposite Nicole Scherzinger in the razor-sharp revival of Sunset Blvd., Andrew Lloyd Webber's iconic musical.—
Dave Quinn,
People.com,
11 May 2025
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The revival of the popular cooking competition is now hosted by Brian Malarkey.—
Ryan Schwartz,
TVLine,
10 May 2025
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This, coupled with up-and-coming chefs opening new restaurants and local retailers moving into the area, once again mostly concentrated on Georgia Avenue, has contributed to the incredible rebirth of Summerhill as one of the most vibrant parts of the city.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
16 May 2025
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The main goal of Buddhism is to break the cycle of rebirth, which is characterized by suffering.—
Megan Bryson,
The Conversation,
6 May 2025
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The renewal is for Season 3. Krapopolis, which is currently in Season 2, was previously picked up for Seasons 3 and 4.—
Ryan Schwartz,
TVLine,
10 May 2025
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The affiliate top line was off 12% to $156 million, which the company blamed mostly on basic subscriber declines but also on contractual rate decreases in connection with renewals.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
9 May 2025
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“Resurgence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resurgence. Accessed 19 May. 2025.
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