resurgence
noun
re·sur·gence
ri-ˈsər-jən(t)s 
: 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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Both those programs have experienced a resurgence with new leadership.
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Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 5 June 2025
Whiskey, which has experienced a resurgence over the past 15 years, has never regained its mass-market dominance.
—Time, 4 June 2025
The 1990s saw a resurgence in family vacations, with many families opting for long trips to beaches, national parks and other destinations.
—Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 4 June 2025
Love it or hate it, yuppie style à la The Official Preppy Handbook is getting a lot of cultural airtime lately: shows like Sirens and The Perfect Couple have lampooned the look, whereas heritage brands such as St. John’s and Bally are seeing a resurgence.
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 3 June 2025
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Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 5 June 2025
Whiskey, which has experienced a resurgence over the past 15 years, has never regained its mass-market dominance.
—Time, 4 June 2025
The 1990s saw a resurgence in family vacations, with many families opting for long trips to beaches, national parks and other destinations.
—Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 4 June 2025
Love it or hate it, yuppie style à la The Official Preppy Handbook is getting a lot of cultural airtime lately: shows like Sirens and The Perfect Couple have lampooned the look, whereas heritage brands such as St. John’s and Bally are seeing a resurgence.
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 3 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for resurgence
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“Resurgence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/resurgence. Accessed 9 Jun. 2025.
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resurgence
noun
re·sur·gence
ri-ˈsər-jən(t)s
: a rising again into life, activity, or notice
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