resumption

noun

re·​sump·​tion ri-ˈzəm(p)-shən How to pronounce resumption (audio)
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1
: an act or instance of resuming : recommencement
Resumption of the game is expected soon.
2
: a return to payment in specie

Examples of resumption in a Sentence

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 resumption of school in the middle of the outbreak has also raised concerns about transmission in classrooms. — Constant Same Bagalwa, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026 The resumption of classes comes in the middle of a ravaging disease outbreak that is spreading rapidly. — ABC News, 1 Sep. 2026 The resumption of Saudi exports could help ease tight supply of heavier grades that produce more residue fuel which ⁠can be used to refuel ships or processed further at refineries, to yield higher quality fuels such as gasoline and diesel. — August 18, CBS News, 18 Aug. 2026 Stock falls despite resumption of buybacks Some investors on Wall Street may share Burry's concerns. — Alex Crippen, CNBC, 15 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for resumption

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French or Late Latin; Anglo-French, from Late Latin resumption-, resumptio, from Latin resumere

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of resumption was in the 15th century

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“Resumption.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/resumption. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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resumption

noun
re·​sump·​tion ri-ˈzəm(p)-shən How to pronounce resumption (audio)
: the action of resuming

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