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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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Among them: What security authorities will exist in postwar Gaza that will ensure no resurgence of Hamas?
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Taylor Luck, The Christian Science Monitor, 18 Oct. 2024
That sitcom ended its six-season run in 2007 but is seeing a resurgence thanks to Netflix.
—Bryan Alexander, USA TODAY, 18 Oct. 2024
Indianapolis Colts star Jonathan Taylor may have started the resurgence in the value of running backs.
—Dj Siddiqi, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024
In February of 2024, Horrigan discussed the resurgence of the film Brink!
—Kate Hogan, People.com, 14 Oct. 2024
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Taylor Luck, The Christian Science Monitor, 18 Oct. 2024
That sitcom ended its six-season run in 2007 but is seeing a resurgence thanks to Netflix.
—Bryan Alexander, USA TODAY, 18 Oct. 2024
Indianapolis Colts star Jonathan Taylor may have started the resurgence in the value of running backs.
—Dj Siddiqi, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024
In February of 2024, Horrigan discussed the resurgence of the film Brink!
—Kate Hogan, People.com, 14 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for resurgence
Recent Examples of Synonyms for resurgence
Noun
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The latest revival of the classic Shakespeare tragedy stars Zegler as Juliet and Kit Connor as Romeo.Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 25 Oct. 2024
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After decades of decay, the revival of the town was supercharged during the pandemic years, per the New York Post.Mike D'Onofrio, Axios, 24 Oct. 2024
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As a sign deeply connected to the cycles of life, death and rebirth, Scorpios can use Malachite to navigate change with confidence and grace.Valerie Mesa, People.com, 25 Oct. 2024
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For Boeing, the parallels are obvious: operational realignment, changing leadership, and a fresh emphasis on safety and efficiency might form the basis for a comparable comeback, therefore offering investors hope for a long-term rebirth.Jim Osman, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
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This renewal would continue the property tax for six years after that end date.Joe Guillen, Axios, 23 Oct. 2024
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The renewal puts Virgin River in a very select club of Netflix original series that have (or will) run for at least seven seasons.Carly Thomas, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Oct. 2024
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