RESURGENCE Synonyms: 23 Similar and Opposite Words

resurgence

noun

ri-ˈsər-jən(t)s

Definition of resurgence

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 Morgan enjoyed a resurgence in popularity during the 1970s through her frequent witty and candid appearances on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson, The Mike Douglas Show, The Merv Griffin Show and Dinah! — Greg Evans, Deadline, 26 Aug. 2026 The show’s latest resurgence appears to support that evolving strategy. — Deirdre Durkan, PEOPLE, 26 Aug. 2026 Since the pandemic, there has been a resurgence of reading (hello, BookTok and academia decor) as more people turn to the hobby as a way to relax and unwind. — Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Aug. 2026 The highly contagious virus has continued its historic resurgence in the US this year, with a second record-breaking year in a row. — Jamie Gumbrecht, CNN Money, 25 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for resurgence

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Wowed Out arrives somewhat out of nowhere, following a 2020s thus far spent with the revival of My Morning Jacket after the band nearly collapsed in on itself amid the grueling tours following 2015’s The Waterfall.

— Ryan Leas, Pitchfork, 28 Aug. 2026
Local leaders hail the makeover as a turning point for storm-scarred New Orleans, reclaiming a blighted safety-net icon to drive medical innovation and economic revival across the Gulf South.

— Jack Brook, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of revival

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The five-year licenses of Flying Food Group and scores of other airport vendors came up for renewal at the end of June, during a chaotic time for the airport authority.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026
The letter warned non-compliance would result in a non-renewal.

— Carole Carlson, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026

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