revival

revival
revival re‧vi‧val [rɪˈvaɪvl] noun [countable, uncountable]
1. when something becomes active or strong again:

• early signs of economic revival

revival in

• Various surveys show a revival in consumer confidence.

revival of

• Some people feared a revival of inflation.

2. when something becomes popular again:
revival of

• the revival of this style of furniture

• American fashion designers are beginning to enjoy a revival.

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revival UK US /rɪˈvaɪvəl/ noun [C or U]
a process in which something starts to grow, develop, or become successful again: »

Senior economists believe that market liberalism is leading to a revival of the economy.

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We remain hopeful that the revival in the global economy will provide a boost to exports over the remainder of this year.

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After the recent recession, retail spending is showing signs of revival.

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There are early signs that an economic revival is taking hold.

undergo/enjoy a revival »

Under new management, the firm has undergone something of a revival.

spark/lead to a revival »

Prices at the top end of the market adjusted last year, leading to a revival in recent months.


Financial and business terms. 2012.

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