resumption

noun

re·​sump·​tion ri-ˈzəm(p)-shən How to pronounce resumption (audio)
1
: an act or instance of resuming : recommencement
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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Three years into the resumption of the partnership with Bryant’s estate, Nike Kobe sneakers are now taking on several forms. Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 4 June 2025 Meanwhile, JPMorgan noted a resumption of the U.S.-to-international rotation in ETF flows in a note from May 27. Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 2 June 2025 Asked about Trump’s efforts to achieve a ceasefire, Prokudin said any pause must be used to prepare for a resumption of the war. Laura Kelly, The Hill, 31 May 2025 The Trump administration's resumption of student loan payments earlier this month is taking a toll on many borrowers' credit records. Anne Marie D. Lee, CBS News, 29 May 2025 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

Time Traveler
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 18 Jun. 2025.

Kids Definition

resumption

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

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