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resume

[ri-zoom] / rɪˈzum /
VERB
begin again
Synonyms
STRONGEST
continue go on proceed regain reopen restart return to take up
STRONG
recapitulate recommence recoup repossess retake
WEAK
assume again carry on come back go on with keep on keep up occupy again pick up reassume reinstitute reoccupy take back
Antonyms
STRONGEST
cease complete end finish halt stop
résumé
NOUN
outline of experience
Synonyms
WEAK
CV abstract bio biography curriculum vitae digest epitome précis recapitulation review rundown sum summary summation summing-up synopsis vita work history

Example Sentences

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Citi forecasts Meituan’s core local commerce, which includes the food-delivery business, to resume profitability in 3Q.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

High winds have kept ferries moored in ports, with Greek media reporting some departures may resume on Thursday, weather permitting.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Gold could resume its longer-term uptrend if it maintains its central bank reserve asset status and geopolitical issues resolve.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

U.S. officials said talks would resume on Monday.

From Slate • Apr. 2, 2026

I try to resume my walk before I am noticed, but it is too late.

From "The Adoration of Jenna Fox" by Mary E. Pearson

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.