resurgence

noun

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

Examples of resurgence in a Sentence

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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Darnold would start six games late in the season, going 4-2 as the Panthers had a small late-season resurgence under Wilks, whose offense more heavily emphasized the run. Charlotte Observer, Orlando Sentinel, 12 Jan. 2025 Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford was having a vintage stretch midway through the season before a shaky finish, while Vikings counterpart Sam Darnold has enjoyed a career resurgence that could net him a life-changing contract in free agency. Jeff Howe, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025 In a wide-ranging exit interview, NPR's Mary Louise Kelly asks Central Intelligence Agency Director William Burns about Russia, a potential ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war, and the resurgence of ISIS. NPR, 10 Jan. 2025 Darnold would start six games late in the season, going 4-2 in those games as the Panthers had a small late-season resurgence under Wilks, whose offense more heavily emphasized the run. Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 9 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for resurgence 

Word History

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 19 Jan. 2025.

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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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