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 Depending on the business, answering those questions may require looking at repeat purchase rate, retention, renewals, referrals, cancellations or customer lifetime value. Joe Carter, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2026 The renewal request follows financial challenges at the Lincoln campus. Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 2 Sep. 2026 According to the memo, the special rate contract between Google and Entergy provides an initial term of 20 years that will automatically renew for successive three-year terms until either party provides notice of termination or non-renewal. Sydney Sasser, Arkansas Online, 1 Sep. 2026 In February 2025, YouTube TV announced a renewal with Paramount. Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 1 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for renewal
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Noun
  • Why At a time when images are constantly produced and quickly forgotten, this open call invites artists to create work that resists repetition, holds attention, and makes something felt.
    Alessia Glaviano, Vogue, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Not only do these dramatic repetitions yield diminishing returns, Hicks also seems to run out of ways to answer with any kind of surprising modulation.
    Siddhant Adlakha, IndieWire, 4 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • The Spanish brand has also announced the revival of one of its most cherished race bikes, the TSS350.
    Bultaco, New Atlas, 5 Sep. 2026
  • Whether that reflects a revival among Western populations or the strength of Africa’s Christian diaspora, Eze sees it as a new chapter.
    Nimi Princewill, CNN Money, 4 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • For the Greek international to be so consistent with repeat actions like that tempting pass should be a massive help to Arsenal throughout the season.
    Jack Lang, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026
  • Meanwhile, major theater chains such as AMC, Regal and Alamo Drafthouse have continued to incentivize repeat visits by offering premium formats, novelty merchandise, alcohol service and discounts for loyalty program members.
    Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • His power slackened in 2025 before a slight resurgence this season.
    Andy McCullough, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
  • The lack of federal guidance, conflicting messages and potential barriers to immunizations worry public health officials because vaccination rates are already falling, leading to resurgences of dangerous diseases like measles.
    Rob Stein, NPR, 2 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • The live event has ended, but the full replay and CyberGuy Money Protection checklist are available now.
    Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Harper was called safe on a daring steal of home off Martin, but the call was overturned by replay, ending the inning.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 30 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Once a backdrop for harrowing rescues during Hurricane Katrina, New Orleans’ long-shuttered Charity Hospital is poised for rebirth as Louisiana marks the storm’s 21st anniversary.
    Jack Brook, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026
  • However, critics question whether the project can catalyze the rebirth of Argentina, once one of the world’s richest countries.
    Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 25 Aug. 2026

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“Renewal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/renewal. Accessed 10 Sep. 2026.

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