: newly found
a newfound friend
enjoying her newfound fame

Examples of newfound in a Sentence

He is enjoying his newfound freedom.
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Egypt won in penalties as well to join Mexico and Norway in newfound revelry. Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 4 July 2026 On two sensuous, R&B-leaning songs in the middle of the record, Káryyn’s newfound directness is reflected in her lyrics. Alex Robert Ross, Pitchfork, 15 June 2026 But add its newfound driving prowess and an EV range approaching 300 miles, and Subaru may find a new audience. James Raia, Mercury News, 14 June 2026 The Islamic Republic will likely enjoy a newfound boldness in confronting dissent. Mostafa Salem, CNN Money, 18 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for newfound

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of newfound was in the 15th century

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“Newfound.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/newfound. Accessed 9 Jul. 2026.

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