resumption
noun
re·sump·tion
ri-ˈzəm(p)-shən 
1
: an act or instance of resuming : recommencement
2
: a return to payment in specie
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The rain has stopped, but we're still waiting for the resumption of the game.
Resumption of peace talks is expected soon.
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The potential resumption of war threatens to reignite large-scale violence, further destabilizing the region.
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Justin Gest, Newsweek, 11 Feb. 2025
After approving an operating levy in November 2021, Shakopee Public Schools is preparing for the resumption of teacher contract negotiations.
—Julia Fomby, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
Sharif had said the resumption of flights to the E.U. would help improve the airline’s image.
—Dean Pan, NBC News, 16 Jan. 2025
The resumption of high Santa Anna winds on Monday could exacerbate the danger.
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Justin Gest, Newsweek, 11 Feb. 2025
After approving an operating levy in November 2021, Shakopee Public Schools is preparing for the resumption of teacher contract negotiations.
—Julia Fomby, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
Sharif had said the resumption of flights to the E.U. would help improve the airline’s image.
—Dean Pan, NBC News, 16 Jan. 2025
The resumption of high Santa Anna winds on Monday could exacerbate the danger.
—Brady Knox, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 12 Jan. 2025
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resumption
noun
re·sump·tion
ri-ˈzəm(p)-shən
: the action of resuming
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