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the act or an instance of bringing something back to life, public attention, or vigorous activity
there was a revival of interest in the author's classic horror stories after a film version of his best-known tale was released
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Recent Examples of revival
In the late 1990s, Buena Vista Television (now Disney-ABC Domestic Television) was in talks with Stone-Stanley (the producers of Big Deal) to create a revival hosted by talk show personality Gordon Elliott.
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Marc Berman, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
The Noughties trend has tipped from the odd kitsch diamante halter top or ironic Juicy Couture re-wear into a full-on revival—but with iPhones instead of Razrs.
—Daisy Jones, Vogue, 30 Dec. 2024
This combination of soccer and basketball is also undergoing a present day revival.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 26 Dec. 2024
The Dylan character and the one based on real-life girlfriend Suze Rotolo go see a revival movie early in their courtship, then reenact a moment from it in a bittersweet farewell at the climax of this film.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 26 Dec. 2024
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Marc Berman, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
The Noughties trend has tipped from the odd kitsch diamante halter top or ironic Juicy Couture re-wear into a full-on revival—but with iPhones instead of Razrs.
—Daisy Jones, Vogue, 30 Dec. 2024
This combination of soccer and basketball is also undergoing a present day revival.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 26 Dec. 2024
The Dylan character and the one based on real-life girlfriend Suze Rotolo go see a revival movie early in their courtship, then reenact a moment from it in a bittersweet farewell at the climax of this film.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 26 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for revival
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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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Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford was having a vintage stretch midway through the season before a shaky finish, while Vikings counterpart Sam Darnold has enjoyed a career resurgence that could net him a life-changing contract in free agency.Jeff Howe, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
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The new year and the incoming administration have brought us exciting opportunities for a rebirth of American freedom and opportunity for all.Dan Cox, Baltimore Sun, 15 Jan. 2025
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What To Know Hindu pilgrims gather at the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and mythical Saraswati rivers, seeking liberation from the cycle of rebirth.John Mac Ghlionn, Newsweek, 13 Jan. 2025
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Conservative critics have said that over time, the renewal of the protection status becomes automatic, regardless of what is happening in the person's home country.GISELA SALOMON THE ASSOCIATED PRESS, arkansasonline.com, 11 Jan. 2025
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Conservative critics have said that over time, the renewal of the protection status becomes automatic, regardless of what is happening in the person’s home country.Gisela Salomon, Los Angeles Times, 10 Jan. 2025
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“Revival.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/revival. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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