resurface

verb

Definition of resurfacenext
as in to reappear

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Recent Examples of resurface The stone isn’t the only object to resurface as the Danube’s waters recede. — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 27 Aug. 2026 Jones has enough experience to resurface and plug in by kickoff in Australia. — Cam Inman, Mercury News, 27 Aug. 2026 Shortly after, Panettiere struggles with postpartum depression, and her substance abuse issues resurface. — Julianna Bragg, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026 Something private could resurface today, whether that’s an old regret or an unresolved ending. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 22 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for resurface
Recent Examples of Synonyms for resurface
  1. reappear
  2. appear
  3. materialize
Verb
  • Kennedy said sneaker waves may reappear along with strong rip currents.
    — Rick Hurd, Mercury News, 24 Aug. 2026
  • The latter is the third of Linkin Park’s five charting titles to reappear on any roster this week.
    — Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of reappear
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  • Matt Bevin has missed several court dates in the case and did not attend the May 29 hearing in person as required by the judge, appearing via Zoom instead.
    — Lucas Aulbach, Louisville Courier Journal, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Cell phone video later obtained by media outlets also appeared to conflict with Castro's description of the encounter.
    — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of appear
Verb
  • The stakes are high for these stocks if that outcome materializes.
    — Alex Harring, CNBC, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Seeing ominous vines twist to life on towering trees, or watching the Cheshire Cat materialize through the woodland setting, is always a delight.
    — Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of materialize

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“Resurface.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resurface. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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