resurge

verb

re·​surge ri-ˈsərj How to pronounce resurge (audio)
resurged; resurging

intransitive verb

: to undergo a resurgence

Examples of resurge in a Sentence

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For instance, social media platforms and online forums are exceptionally valuable for monitoring substance use trends, including emerging and resurging drugs such as xylazine, nicotine pouches and cocaine. — Thu T. Nguyen, Baltimore Sun, 27 Aug. 2026 Cofounder Crissy Fissbane agrees that face‑to‑face connection is resurging but doesn’t believe virtual networking is disappearing. — Alison Coleman, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026 Retro kitchen designs are resurging with bold blue, green, and orange colors and nostalgic decor. — Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Aug. 2026 Due to thrifting’s resurging popularity in recent years, secondhand clothing has become its own market, from online storefronts on apps like Depop and eBay to physical chains, like Goodwill opening more locations and even small businesses joining the scene. — Amelia Espinales, Florida Times-Union, 18 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for resurge

Word History

Etymology

Latin resurgere

First Known Use

1575, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of resurge was in 1575

Rhymes for resurge

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“Resurge.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/resurge. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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