revitalization

noun

Definition of revitalizationnext
as in revival
the act or an instance of bringing something back to life, public attention, or vigorous activity the mayor was present at the ceremony marking the revitalization of the old industrial neighborhood as a new center for art galleries and lofts

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  1. revival
  2. resurgence
  3. rebirth
  4. renewal
Noun
  • Right on time: Austin revival of classic gay musical 'Falsettos' part of national trend Brown, a noted actor and director, became familiar with the Ransom Center while researching his grandfather, the actor and comedian, Troy Brown Sr.
    Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The revival of the Tim Rice-Andrew Lloyd Webber musical will run through September 6, with a press opening on Friday, June 27.
    Greg Evans, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of revival
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  • Suga Free is the latest Hip-Hop artist to offer their thoughts about the ongoing resurgence of West Coast Hip-Hop.
    Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 12 Dec. 2024
  • Read more Dengue Party Tray Recall Sparks Warning in 7 States This year's crisis is compounded by the resurgence of dengue serotype 3 in parts of Central America and the Caribbean, a strain not widely seen in over a decade, according to Thais dos Santos, PAHO's adviser on arboviral diseases.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of resurgence
Noun
  • Fabric of rebirth The iconic Notre Dame cathedral in Paris is finally open to the public again after a devastating fire damaged it five years ago.
    AJ Willingham, CNN, 14 Dec. 2024
  • This is the story of how Eric Jorgenson and the team at Scribe took a flatlining company and led it through a historic rebirth to recover its lost potential, restore its core values, and preserve the jobs of dozens of employees.
    Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of rebirth
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  • Owners announced their decision to shutter the rosy pink locale, citing difficulties in securing a long-term lease renewal.
    Ana Gutierrez, Austin American-Statesman, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Advertisement Earlier this year, Glenn and Elizabeth announced that the couple were privately navigating a difficult time while also experiencing a massive creative renewal.
    Candace Hansen, Los Angeles Times, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of renewal
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