as in resurgence
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
The detailing is adjacent to 2025’s big boho revival and nods at the sheer look that’s so hot in fashion right now—while keeping things wearable.
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Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 22 May 2025
Other Broadway credits include the revival of Caroline or Change, Ain’t Too Proud and Beautiful: The Carole King Musical.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 21 May 2025
He is set to return as soon as this weekend, and his resurgence is closely tied to the revival of his best pitch: the splitter.
—Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 21 May 2025
Kate Middleton also contributed to the polka-dot revival with a demure dress from Alessandra Rich featuring a midi skirt, balloon cap sleeves and a high neck, picking out the garment for the Thanksgiving Service commemorating the 80th anniversary of VE Day earlier in May.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 19 May 2025
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Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 22 May 2025
Other Broadway credits include the revival of Caroline or Change, Ain’t Too Proud and Beautiful: The Carole King Musical.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 21 May 2025
He is set to return as soon as this weekend, and his resurgence is closely tied to the revival of his best pitch: the splitter.
—Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 21 May 2025
Kate Middleton also contributed to the polka-dot revival with a demure dress from Alessandra Rich featuring a midi skirt, balloon cap sleeves and a high neck, picking out the garment for the Thanksgiving Service commemorating the 80th anniversary of VE Day earlier in May.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 19 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for revival
Noun
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Against these warnings and other bleak economic forecasts, the Trump administration maintains that the tariffs are necessary to address trade imbalances and foster a resurgence in domestic manufacturing.—
Hugh Cameron,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 May 2025
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Nuclear energy is experiencing a resurgence as a dependable, carbon-free alternative to fossil fuels.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
Noun
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Block clubs need a rebirth; neighbors need to start knowing their neighbors and being neighbors once again.—
Otis Moss III,
Chicago Tribune,
25 May 2025
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One side sparkles brightly with color — a cheerful expression of rebirth and springtime, featuring stones like chrysoprase, mother-of-pearl and rhodonite in delectable pastel hues.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
23 May 2025
Noun
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His moral clarity and resolve helped dismantle communism’s grip across Eastern Europe, creating space for evangelism and spiritual renewal.—
Case Thorp,
The Orlando Sentinel,
22 May 2025
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ComEd has planned a price hike for this summer, while the green energy rate is locked in until renewal in August.—
Jesse Wright,
Chicago Tribune,
22 May 2025
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“Revival.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/revival. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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