resurgence
noun
re·sur·gence
ri-ˈsər-jən(t)s 
: a rising again into life, activity, or prominence
a resurgence of interest
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There has been some resurgence in economic activity recently.
the downtown has experienced a resurgence since the commercial revitalization project was completed
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The series is seeing a resurgence of late, following the reveal of Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound — a throwback 2D pixel-art platformer published by retro label Dotemu — announced during The Game Awards 2024, due to release in Summer 2025.
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Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 23 Jan. 2025
Behind the shocking resurgence of Sam Darnold, the Vikings became a force in 2024.
—Kristen Waggoner, Newsweek, 22 Jan. 2025
Still, older or lower-quality properties made up just 23% of new leasing last year, and rents at those buildings are only about half what’s charged by trophy buildings—a sign that the resurgence in leasing is leaving many of these aging towers behind as tenants continue to opt for newer ones.
—Giacomo Tognini, Forbes, 22 Jan. 2025
Barkley aside, the Eagles’ offensive and defensive lines were the key to a resurgence after falling apart in 2023 following a blowout loss to the 49ers.
—Jerry McDonald, The Mercury News, 21 Jan. 2025
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Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 23 Jan. 2025
Behind the shocking resurgence of Sam Darnold, the Vikings became a force in 2024.
—Kristen Waggoner, Newsweek, 22 Jan. 2025
Still, older or lower-quality properties made up just 23% of new leasing last year, and rents at those buildings are only about half what’s charged by trophy buildings—a sign that the resurgence in leasing is leaving many of these aging towers behind as tenants continue to opt for newer ones.
—Giacomo Tognini, Forbes, 22 Jan. 2025
Barkley aside, the Eagles’ offensive and defensive lines were the key to a resurgence after falling apart in 2023 following a blowout loss to the 49ers.
—Jerry McDonald, The Mercury News, 21 Jan. 2025
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“Resurgence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/resurgence. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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resurgence
noun
re·sur·gence
ri-ˈsər-jən(t)s
: a rising again into life, activity, or notice
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