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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 Conclusion Spring is all about growth, renewal, and embracing fresh starts. Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 10 June 2025 The House proposal would also delay until 2035 two Biden-era eligibility rules that were intended to make Medicaid enrollment and renewal easier for people, especially older adults and individuals with disabilities, Burns said. Greg Iacurci,lorie Konish, CNBC, 6 June 2025 The previous committee report found that of the 148 grassroots music venues lost in 2023, approximately 22 percent closed due to operational issues, such as the revocation of premises licences or unachievable license renewal terms. Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 4 June 2025 With today’s renewal, All American will now get a chance to resolve the cliffhanger from its Season 7 finale, which cut to black before viewers could learn who won a pivotal playoff game between the Beverly High Eagles and South Crenshaw Chargers. Rebecca Luther, TVLine, 2 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for renewal
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Noun
  • From shooting mechanics and footwork to decision-making and off-ball movement, their game is shaped by repetition and efficiency rather than flair.
    Tim Genske, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
  • These are foods that ground us in heritage, identity and repetition.
    Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 18 June 2025
Noun
  • The actor, who played Ray Romano’s brother in the series, confirmed that there won’t be a revival of the show after speaking with Romano and Philip Rosenthal, the show’s creator.
    Giana Levy, Variety, 14 June 2025
  • The revival requires Burnett to tour the cultural capitals, and to talk about the film and therefore his life in situ, as if life did not present its trials after.
    Doreen St. Félix, New Yorker, 14 June 2025
Noun
  • The summer of 2024 solidified Love Island USA as a top reality-TV choice for households across the country, and 2025 is proving to be a repeat success.
    Clarissa Brooks, Rolling Stone, 20 June 2025
  • The report notes how brands like Unfolded, which enlisted over 8,000 women to provide feedback on their designs, saw repeat order rate is two-times the industry standard.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 20 June 2025
Noun
  • Cora, Cordelia: These lovely, old-fashioned names are having a resurgence and suit a Cancer’s delicate nature.
    Kara Nesvig, Parents, 17 June 2025
  • One wishes there were a little bit less of this and a little bit more on the part Silicon Valley has played in the resurgence of theories of race and I.Q., and how this has poisoned our politics.
    S. C. Cornell, New Yorker, 16 June 2025
Noun
  • Tail wagging during sleep can indicate a positive dream or a replay of happy daytime memories—suggesting that Pixie is now living a life full of comfort and contentment.
    Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 June 2025
  • Some conferences have adapted, showing the replay feed the official is watching on the stadium videoboard, but some in the officiating community want more.
    Chris Vannini, New York Times, 18 June 2025
Noun
  • This would certainly be an exciting cause for hope and signify the rebirth of a willingness to listen to our spiritual leaders again.
    Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 21 June 2025
  • The result is a decadent, fearless, money-is-no-object historical rebirth painted with a maximalist brush.
    Katie Nanton, Travel + Leisure, 12 June 2025

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“Renewal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/renewal. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.

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