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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Cora, Cordelia: These lovely, old-fashioned names are having a resurgence and suit a Cancer’s delicate nature. Kara Nesvig, Parents, 17 June 2025 One wishes there were a little bit less of this and a little bit more on the part Silicon Valley has played in the resurgence of theories of race and I.Q., and how this has poisoned our politics. S. C. Cornell, New Yorker, 16 June 2025 The resurgence of shopper attitudes ended six consecutive months of worsening sentiment, University of Michigan survey data on Friday showed. Max Zahn, ABC News, 13 June 2025 Jo Hayes, an etiquette consultant specializing in social skills and trends, spoke with Newsweek about the unexpected resurgence of the design trend online. Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 June 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 21 Jun. 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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