Definitions

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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After a tense calm was restored on Monday, Iran warned it would resume hostilities if Israel continued to attack Lebanon.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

“If hostilities were to resume in earnest, we could see prices move towards $150 per barrel,” Rystad Energy estimates.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

U.S. stocks look set to resume their relentless tech-led rally again Tuesday, with new listing plans from OpenAI, renewed focus on Apple’s latest drive into the new technology, and a sharp rebound in chip stocks.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

In March, a federal judge halted aboveground construction, but an appeals court quickly allowed work to resume through June while the case proceeds.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

“Perhaps if we can find Simon in prison and obtain his freedom, we can resume Plan A after lunch. Button your coats, please.”

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood

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