resurgence

noun

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

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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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More specifically, this collision of AI in education and the resurgence of race demons makes for a precarious time in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and computing (STEM) education. — Kamau Bobb october 21, Literary Hub, 21 Oct. 2026 Nevertheless, the message that fears of a measles resurgence are exaggerated appears to be resonating. — Nicholas Florko, STAT, 21 Oct. 2026 The experience also speaks to a broader resurgence of interest in Mallorca’s making traditions. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 21 Oct. 2026 Peter Kuplowsky, programmer of the Toronto Film Festival’s thrills and spills Midnight Madness showcase, said the Hollywood box office rebound has helped underpin the resurgence in horror films. — Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 21 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for resurgence

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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

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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