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
Stewart, who is only 23 and has been a big part of the Pistons’ resurgence this season, is under contract at $15 million per year until the end of the 2027-28 season.
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James L. Edwards Iii, The Athletic, 20 Jan. 2025
The ubiquity of 1990s and early aughts nostalgia on Instagram, TikTok, and beyond has led, in recent years, to a resurgence of bodysuits, brown lipstick, combat boots, and chokers.
—Michelle Ruiz, Vogue, 19 Jan. 2025
Forecasters warn of strong winds returning to LA, 'high fire risk'
Though dangerous winds have subsided and red flag warnings expired, the Los Angeles area could see a resurgence in fire-stoking Santa Ana winds next week.
—Thao Nguyen, USA TODAY, 18 Jan. 2025
Darnold would start six games late in the season, going 4-2 as the Panthers had a small late-season resurgence under Wilks, whose offense more heavily emphasized the run.
—Charlotte Observer, Orlando Sentinel, 12 Jan. 2025
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James L. Edwards Iii, The Athletic, 20 Jan. 2025
The ubiquity of 1990s and early aughts nostalgia on Instagram, TikTok, and beyond has led, in recent years, to a resurgence of bodysuits, brown lipstick, combat boots, and chokers.
—Michelle Ruiz, Vogue, 19 Jan. 2025
Forecasters warn of strong winds returning to LA, 'high fire risk'
Though dangerous winds have subsided and red flag warnings expired, the Los Angeles area could see a resurgence in fire-stoking Santa Ana winds next week.
—Thao Nguyen, USA TODAY, 18 Jan. 2025
Darnold would start six games late in the season, going 4-2 as the Panthers had a small late-season resurgence under Wilks, whose offense more heavily emphasized the run.
—Charlotte Observer, Orlando Sentinel, 12 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for resurgence
Noun
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During my last few months living at home, my whole family gathered weekly for a profoundly un-family-friendly viewing of the third season revival, dubbed The Return.—
Will Bahr,
The Atlantic,
23 Jan. 2025
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The seemingly imminent returns from injury of James Garner (back) and Dwight McNeil (knee), two of their best at delivering balls into the box, should prompt something of a revival here.—
Patrick Boyland,
The Athletic,
22 Jan. 2025
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This was meant to symbolize both the cycle of rebirth and the inevitable erosion of memory.—
Natalia Romik / Madę by History,
TIME,
27 Jan. 2025
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All these years later, through prosperity and tragedy and a rebirth with the Chiefs, Reid has become what might be considered a coaching version of Picasso — one of the most influential and successful forces ever at their craft.—
Vahe Gregorian,
Kansas City Star,
19 Jan. 2025
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The early renewal comes a few weeks before the Feb. 16 premiere of Season 3, which takes the Emmy-winning ensemble dramedy to Thailand.—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
22 Jan. 2025
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The announcement continues what has become an annual tradition for the network—giving Abbott Elementary an early renewal and solidifying its place in ABC’s 2025-26 lineup.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
22 Jan. 2025
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