Resumption
rɪˈzʌmpʃən
Definitions
The act of beginning or starting something again after it has been stopped or interrupted.
rɪˈzʌmpʃən
The action of beginning something again after an interruption.
The committee announced the resumption of the project.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're playing a game, and you have to stop for a break. The resumption is when you start playing the game again after the break!
👶 For kids: When you stop doing something for a while, and then you start doing it again!
More Examples
The teacher called for the resumption of classes after the earthquake.
The airport announced the resumption of flights after the storm passed.
How It's Used
"The resumption of trade talks was seen as a positive step."
"The court ordered the resumption of proceedings."
"After a brief pause, the meeting saw its resumption."
Synonyms & Antonyms
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Idioms & expressions
resumption of hostilities
The restarting of a war or conflict after a period of peace or ceasefire.
"The resumption of hostilities between the two nations caused widespread concern."
resumption of business
The return to normal business operations after a disruption or break.
"After the power outage, the company announced the resumption of business."
From Middle English *resumpcioun*, from Old French *resomption*, from Latin *resumptio* (“a taking back”), from *resumō* (“I take back”).
The word 'resumption' has been used in legal and political contexts since the 17th century to describe the restarting of activities or operations, particularly after an interruption. It was also used in economic contexts, like the resumption of specie payments after paper money was suspended.
Memory tip
Think of 're' (again) and 'sum' (take up) - taking up something again.
Word Origin
"to take back, to begin again"