revival
noun
re·viv·al
ri-ˈvī-vəl 
1
2
: restoration of force, validity, or effect (as to a contract)
Synonyms
Examples of revival in a Sentence
a revival of biographical writing
a revival in Gothic architecture
Fashions from the 1970s are enjoying a revival.
The city is showing signs of revival.
There are three musical revivals on Broadway this season.
The opera company is staging a revival of Verdi's Don Carlos.
Recent Examples on the Web
Julia McKenzie: The English actor played the part with vibrant vibrato and a delightfully batty edge in a 1993 revival at London’s National Theatre.
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Thomas Floyd, Washington Post, 6 Apr. 2024
When conceiving her revival and working with William F. Brown’s book and Amber Ruffin’s revised book, Williams knew its legacy was important for both fans and a new generation.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 5 Apr. 2024
Vampire Weekend: Only God Was Above Us [Columbia] Vampire Weekend’s return is a stock-taking of their past themes and glories, as well as a revival of some signature sounds jettisoned on its eclectic predecessor, Father of the Bride.
—Madison Bloom, Pitchfork, 5 Apr. 2024
This is the first major Broadway revival of Our Town in close to 25 years.
—Caitlin Huston, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Apr. 2024
But this isn’t any old revival with a few tweaks and minor revisions.
—Randy McMullen, The Mercury News, 3 Apr. 2024
While the opposition Labour party has declined to promise its revival, local leaders in Birmingham and Manchester are urgently seeking rail improvements to relieve transit congestion in the area.
—Stephen Castle, New York Times, 3 Apr. 2024
Entertainment & Arts Commentary: What a difference a revival makes: Two famously tricky Sondheim musicals shine in new outings
Jan. 5, 2023
Romantic love may remain our most popular narrative, but adult friendship has become a very close second.
—Mary McNamara, Los Angeles Times, 28 Mar. 2024
Damaged by closing so many of its locations, Friendly’s Restaurants is trying a full revival, including remodeling locations and brand refreshing to bounce back.
—Gary Stern, Forbes, 27 Mar. 2024
Thomas Floyd, Washington Post, 6 Apr. 2024
When conceiving her revival and working with William F. Brown’s book and Amber Ruffin’s revised book, Williams knew its legacy was important for both fans and a new generation.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 5 Apr. 2024
Vampire Weekend: Only God Was Above Us [Columbia] Vampire Weekend’s return is a stock-taking of their past themes and glories, as well as a revival of some signature sounds jettisoned on its eclectic predecessor, Father of the Bride.
—Madison Bloom, Pitchfork, 5 Apr. 2024
This is the first major Broadway revival of Our Town in close to 25 years.
—Caitlin Huston, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Apr. 2024
But this isn’t any old revival with a few tweaks and minor revisions.
—Randy McMullen, The Mercury News, 3 Apr. 2024
While the opposition Labour party has declined to promise its revival, local leaders in Birmingham and Manchester are urgently seeking rail improvements to relieve transit congestion in the area.
—Stephen Castle, New York Times, 3 Apr. 2024
Entertainment & Arts Commentary: What a difference a revival makes: Two famously tricky Sondheim musicals shine in new outings
Jan. 5, 2023
Romantic love may remain our most popular narrative, but adult friendship has become a very close second.
—Mary McNamara, Los Angeles Times, 28 Mar. 2024
Damaged by closing so many of its locations, Friendly’s Restaurants is trying a full revival, including remodeling locations and brand refreshing to bounce back.
—Gary Stern, Forbes, 27 Mar. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1651, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Phrases Containing revival
Dictionary Entries Near revival
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“Revival.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/revival. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
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Kids Definition
revival
noun
re·viv·al
ri-ˈvī-vəl
1
: a reviving of interest (as in art, literature, or religion)
2
: a new presentation or publication (as of a book, play, or movie)
3
: a new growth or increase
a revival of business
4
: a meeting or series of meetings conducted by a preacher to arouse religious emotions or to make converts
Legal Definition
revival
noun
re·vi·val
ri-ˈvī-vəl
: an act or instance of reviving
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