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 The renewal will take the hit show through its eighth season. Joe Otterson, Variety, 16 Sep. 2026 In my experience, that’s where the better renewal conversations begin. Jennifer Schaefer, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2026 Last weekend’s Border War became the biggest spectacle since its renewal, but now MU can get back to business ahead of what promises to be a challenging SEC slate. Pj Green september 15, Kansas City Star, 15 Sep. 2026 In much simpler terms, this nutrient-rich liquid contains growth factors, cytokines, and other proteins that act as messengers, sending signals involved in skin repair and renewal and supporting the production of collagen and elastin. Emily Orofino, Allure, 15 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for renewal
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Noun
  • The story’s language is incantatory, with repetitions that echo the passing scenery.
    Anna Mebel, JSTOR Daily, 17 Sep. 2026
  • Robinson said the experience in Superman’s Fortress of Solitude is currently programmed for about 15 minutes of engagement, after which the potential for repetition emerges.
    Corbin Bolies, Variety, 17 Sep. 2026
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  • There’s a dramatically prominent Angel (Taylor Scott) as well in Rivera’s drama, now in an Open Fist Theater Company revival at Atwater Village Theatre.
    Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 17 Sep. 2026
  • The announcement was made on a busy Stan upfronts alongside new shows with Rachel Griffiths, Angourie Rice and Anna Friel, and a revival for McLeod’s Daughters.
    Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 17 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
  • Earlier iterations did involve lines being drawn by the VAR’s replay operator, and TV viewers were sometimes shown this happening live.
    Graham Scott, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2026
  • Plaintiffs’ attorneys now apply it to cookies, tracking pixels and session replay tools, and courts have let many of these cases move forward.
    Lesa Seibert, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • As the years passed, its crew had a front-row seat to the area's rebirth.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 11 Sep. 2026
  • As the years passed, its crew had a front-row seat to the area’s rebirth.
    Philip Marcelo, Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2026

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“Renewal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/renewal. Accessed 19 Sep. 2026.

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