resurgence

noun

re·​sur·​gence ri-ˈsər-jən(t)s How to pronounce resurgence (audio)
Synonyms of resurgence
: a rising again into life, activity, or prominence
a resurgence of interest

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There has been some resurgence in economic activity recently. the downtown has experienced a resurgence since the commercial revitalization project was completed
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Syria’s leaders are now positioning the country to benefit from a resurgence of regional turmoil. — Jesse Marks, Foreign Affairs, 31 Aug. 2026 Styles embraced the boat shoe resurgence for the second day in a row with Prada’s Shuffle antiqued leather lace shoes, a slim, dark brown leather style with an almond toe, minimalist leather lacing and a vintage finish. — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 28 Aug. 2026 The one-two punch not only validates the once-struggling stock's recent resurgence. — Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2026 The recent resurgence is due to a larger manifestation trend that has taken over social media. — Andrew Unterberger, Billboard, 27 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for resurgence

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First Known Use

1798, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of resurgence was in 1798

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“Resurgence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/resurgence. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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resurgence

noun
re·​sur·​gence ri-ˈsər-jən(t)s How to pronounce resurgence (audio)
: a rising again into life, activity, or notice
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