resurge

verb

re·​surge ri-ˈsərj How to pronounce resurge (audio)
resurged; resurging

intransitive verb

: to undergo a resurgence

Examples of resurge in a Sentence

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Following a combination of an unsupportive government, a recession and the pandemic, Rio Fest resurged last year and expanded this year, screening about 270 pics. Marcelo Cajueiro, Variety, 14 Oct. 2024 Moreover, this resurging nostalgia serves as a bridge between generations. Christiaan Hetzner, Fortune, 17 Sep. 2024 This time, Sabalenka resurged in the second set after dropping 5 straight games to Pegula. Joshua Hoyos, ABC News, 7 Sep. 2024 Thanks to labels like Versace, Balmain and Bottega Veneta, red has resurged as a major color trend for fall. Hannah Malach, WWD, 10 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for resurge 

Word History

Etymology

Latin resurgere

First Known Use

1575, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of resurge was in 1575

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“Resurge.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/resurge. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.

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