1.
recurrence, flare-up, resurgence
Something that had subsided or been resolved coming back again. Used for disputes, controversies, diseases, and other issues that resurface.
紛争が再燃した。
The conflict flared up again.
議論が再燃する可能性がある。
There is a possibility the debate will resurface.
事件をきっかけに、規制強化を求める声が再燃している。
The incident has reignited calls for stronger regulations.
Literally means "to burn again" (再 = again + 燃 = burn). Primarily used in news and formal writing. As a する verb: 再燃する.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 紛争が再燃する (conflict flares up again)
- 議論が再燃する (debate resurfaces)
- 懸念が再燃する (concerns resurface)
- 再燃の恐れ (fear of recurrence)