Question

read the source of the allusion.

in greek mythology, a mythical bird called the phoenix lives for hundreds of years before bursting into flames at its death. however, it soon rises from its own ashes and is reborn.

what is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below?

fans debated whether their team would rise from the ashes.

to be consistently successful
to come back after destruction or defeat

Explanation:

The allusion to the phoenix (which is reborn from its ashes after death/destruction) in the sentence "Fans debated whether their team would rise from the ashes" means the team would come back after a setback (destruction or defeat), not just consistent success. The phoenix's story emphasizes rebirth after demise, so the second option matches.

Answer:

to come back after destruction or defeat