resumption

noun

re·​sump·​tion ri-ˈzəm(p)-shən How to pronounce resumption (audio)
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1
: an act or instance of resuming : recommencement
Resumption of the game is expected soon.
2
: a return to payment in specie

Examples of resumption in a Sentence

The rain has stopped, but we're still waiting for the resumption of the game. Resumption of peace talks is expected soon.
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Wagner led the work at the downtown Margravial Opera House after the Bayreuth cornerstone ceremony in 1872 and it has been repeated on special occasions, such as the 1951 resumption after World War II. — ABC News, 4 Aug. 2026 The resumption of flights has drawn criticism from those who argue the country remains unsafe due to the ongoing political and economic crises, compounded by the recent natural disaster. — Manuel Bojorquez, CBS News, 4 Aug. 2026 The resumption of strikes marks the latest turn in a conflict that has whipsawed oil markets and disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz since fighting erupted in late February. — Spencer Kimball,joseph Wilkins, CNBC, 30 July 2026 Foreign airlines remain hesitant about the Gulf, with Air France-KLM repeatedly postponing the resumption of regular flights, for example. — Manal Albarakati, semafor.com, 27 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for resumption

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French or Late Latin; Anglo-French, from Late Latin resumption-, resumptio, from Latin resumere

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of resumption was in the 15th century

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“Resumption.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/resumption. Accessed 6 Aug. 2026.

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resumption

noun
re·​sump·​tion ri-ˈzəm(p)-shən How to pronounce resumption (audio)
: the action of resuming

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