rise from the ashes

Idioms  

1. Emerge as new from something that has been destroyed, as in A few months after the earthquake large sections of the city had risen from the ashes. This expression alludes to the legendary phoenix, a bird that supposedly rose from the ashes of its funeral pyre with renewed youth.

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Example Sentences

Sheen’s contrition permeates “aka Charlie Sheen,” giving his latest rise from the ashes a benevolent glow.

From Salon • Sep. 12, 2025

But as women's football continues to rise from the ashes of a 50-year ban, technique all over the pitch will improve, and styles of penalty-taking more common in men's football will emerge.

From BBC • Jul. 20, 2025

In the uncertain post-pandemic days, there were few sights that announced New York City’s rise from the ashes quite like a stroll down the block of West 32nd Street known as K-Town.

From Slate • Apr. 28, 2025

In a symbol of resilience and renewal, a new golden rooster, reimagined as a phoenix with flaming feathers, was installed atop the spire in December, marking the cathedral’s rise from the ashes.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 13, 2024

“Well, it looks like we’ll have no choice but to rise from the ashes, Firebirds.”

From "Fast Pitch" by Nic Stone