Definition of renewalnext
1
as in repetition
the act of saying or doing over again a campaign season that witnessed the endless renewal of the same stupid charges and countercharges

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as in revival
the act or an instance of bringing something back to life, public attention, or vigorous activity roller-skating experienced a major renewal after the introduction of in-line skates

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Recent Examples of renewal But the British star’s future as Harry Da Souza for a likely season three renewal hasn’t yet been made official. Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 9 July 2026 Getting to this point hasn’t been simple following a Season 2 renewal in June 2025. Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 9 July 2026 The Religious Crimes Code of 1883 restricted ceremonies such as the Sun Dance, a dayslong ritual of prayer, fasting and sacrifice central to communal renewal among tribal nations including the Lakota, Cheyenne and Arapaho. Kerri J. Malloy, The Conversation, 9 July 2026 The anticipated reception of the reboot of the American classic is so high that Netflix has already secured a rare renewal for Season 2. Emily Staunton, Christian Science Monitor, 8 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for renewal
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Noun
  • For each exercise, aim for two to three sets of 8-12 repetitions, two to three times per week on non-consecutive days.
    Michael Swartzon, Miami Herald, 3 July 2026
  • If the change introduces a new logic or compliance requirement, expect a longer runway, repetition and coaching in the flow of work.
    Guy Yehiav, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
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  • His two goals and man-of-the-match performance against Canada in Morocco’s 3-0 win in this World Cup feels like the culmination of his revival, an upward point on a satisfying narrative arc.
    Nick Miller, New York Times, 4 July 2026
  • Explore the revival of gardens, porches, and patios inspired by the charm of years past.
    Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 July 2026
Noun
  • This season, The Invite actress is ditching sandals for the polished, rich-looking penny loafers she’s been sporting on repeat.
    Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 7 July 2026
  • Messi remains in the World Cup with Argentina, seemingly poised for a repeat.
    Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 July 2026
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  • That combination is why College Football 27 reads as the high point of EA's football resurgence, the same late-prime form that carried its recent UFC entry.
    Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 6 July 2026
  • With a roster built around aging veterans in Domantas Sabonis, 30, DeMar DeRozan, 36, and Zach LaVine, 31, Acuff will be asked to help lead the franchise’s next resurgence.
    Devon Henderson, New York Times, 5 July 2026
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  • The league also will implant contact-sensing computer chips in each basketball to aid officials with out-of-bounds replays.
    Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 9 July 2026
  • Multiple replay challenges, a pivotal plate tag and a brief benches-clearing confrontation highlighted the drama as the Dodgers became the first team to 60 wins.
    Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026
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  • That same shutdown that affected theaters throughout the world directly led to the rebirth of stage mysteries.
    Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 5 July 2026
  • For Martin, the only guy in the clubhouse to play for Tony La Russa, it’s been like a baseball rebirth.
    Jon Greenberg, New York Times, 1 July 2026

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“Renewal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/renewal. Accessed 11 Jul. 2026.

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