rebirth

noun

(ˌ)rē-ˈbərth How to pronounce rebirth (audio)
Definition of rebirthnext
as in revival
the act or an instance of bringing something back to life, public attention, or vigorous activity a renewed interest in long-playing records led to the rebirth of the turntable among audiophiles

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Recent Examples of rebirth Dickey addressed various topics, from whether new statues might appear around Albertsons Stadium to potential Pac-12 members, from the rebirth of baseball to concession stand options. — Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 25 Feb. 2025 The mall isn’t the only area where economic rebirth is happening, Bonta said. — Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 20 Feb. 2025 Rebellion, transformation and rebirth are some of the themes reflected in her work. — Daniel Wine, CNN, 19 Feb. 2025 The business’s rebirth also comes at a politically divisive time following a wave of anti-drag legislation, both in Florida and across the country. — Amanda Rosa, Miami Herald, 28 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for rebirth
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rebirth
  1. revival
  2. resurgence
  3. renewal
  4. resurrection
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  • Bill Burr, who is making his Broadway debut in the starry revival of David Mamet’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play Glengarry Glen Ross, opened up during a March 18 appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon about dealing with a particularly vocial audience member.
    — Raven Brunner, People.com, 21 Mar. 2025
  • Established in 1875, the distillery has experienced periods of closure and revival, with its most recent reopening in 2008.
    — Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025
Definition of revival
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  • The checks could lead to a resurgence in inflation.
    — Kevin Williams, CNBC, 22 Mar. 2025
  • The administration has defended its policies as necessary to counter unfair practices by America's trading partners, to foster a resurgence of strength in domestic industry and, in the case of tariffs on China, as a punitive measure in response to the country's role in the fentanyl trade.
    — Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 20 Mar. 2025
Definition of resurgence
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  • Despite a judge quickly blocking the measure, Trump's administration deported more than 200 Venezuelans - 137 under the wartime act - to El Salvador, where they are being detained in the country's massive anti-terrorism prison for a year subject to renewal.
    — Vivian Sequera, USA TODAY, 22 Mar. 2025
  • One thing the timing of the renewal could facilitate is a shorter break between seasons: Due in part to writers and actors striking for better contracts in 2023, season two premiered almost three years after the conclusion of the first run.
    — Rick Porter, The Hollywood Reporter, 21 Mar. 2025
Definition of renewal
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  • Get the Recipe 07 of 16 Resurrection Rolls These old-fashioned sweet rolls are perfect for making with kiddos during the Easter season, as it is meant to tell the story of Jesus’ burial and resurrection.
    — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 9 Mar. 2025
  • Orion faced years of delays when NASA’s Constellation program was canceled, before finding resurrection as part of Artemis.
    — Richard Tribou, Orlando Sentinel, 9 Mar. 2025
Definition of resurrection

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