resurface

To come back into public discussion or awareness after being absent for a time. Often used to describe topics, controversies, or issues that re-emerge, catching the attention of people once again.

The Mortal Kombat controversy has once resurfaced in 2004 with the release of 'GTA: San Andreas' due to its violent contents whilst commonly played by underaged children.

resurface by Emotional Cruiser November 4, 2025

resurfacing 

To be found or appear again

If you’re not open and not willing to do your part then these obstacles will keep resurfacing—until frustration can potentially end the relationship.

resurfacing by Harlybucs January 4, 2019

ResurFacebook 

While voyeuristically checking photo albums on Facebook, you spot a friend's boyfriend and immediately recognize him as a one-night-stand from your past.

Beth was looking at the Facebook photo album from Linda's trip to Cancun with her new boyfriend Josh. "OMG I made out with that guy at a Fest one night when I had too much Goldschlager. It's a total ResurFacebook!" exclaimed Beth.

ResurFacebook by Sheenan October 1, 2009