as in refreshed
made or become fresh in spirits or vigor
I was a renewed reader after that short nap
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as in restored
to bring back to a former condition or vigor
the trip to New York renewed our enthusiasm for travel
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as in resumed
to begin again or return to after an interruption
with daybreak, the rescue team will renew its efforts to reach the stranded mountain climbers
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as in revived
to bring back to life, practice, or activity
the spate of recent movies based on classic comic book characters has renewed interest in the comics themselves
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as in repeated
to make or do again
I can only renew my offer to help—it's up to them to accept it
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Recent Examples of renewed
Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Mar. 2026
Banking, utilities, and industrials have all seen renewed momentum.
—Krysta Escobar, CNBC, 30 Jan. 2026
Durbin believes the science is strong enough to attract renewed interest.
—New Atlas, 29 Dec. 2025
Consumers are turning to nondigital activities for entertainment in an effort to unplug, reclaim their attention spans and find renewed fulfillment in real-life experiences.
—Kayla Hayempour, NBC news, 26 Dec. 2025
Federal courts have previously ruled that the juror’s error did not justify a new trial, but Maxwell argued new statements contradict earlier findings and warrant renewed scrutiny.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 18 Dec. 2025
Beehiiv’s expansion comes amid renewed focus on owning the relationship between a journalist or publication and the consumers who follow or subscribe to them.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 13 Nov. 2025
The proposal comes amid renewed focus on affordability, after Democrats swept last week’s elections, largely by focusing on everyday concerns like cost of living.
—Sarah Fortinsky, The Hill, 10 Nov. 2025
It’s helped keep renewed interest in Guthrie’s cultural influence in Tulsa and his hometown of Okemah, 40 miles south.
—Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 22 Oct. 2025
Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 17 Apr. 2026
The action renewed a push for some Democrats to put in place state protections and accountability, while Republicans supported the move.
—Mary Murphy, Twin Cities, 17 Apr. 2026
Had Organized Crime been renewed, another change was in the offing.
—Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 16 Apr. 2026
The program is $8 per year, which means $24 is automatically added to registrations that are typically renewed every three years, officials said.
—Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 16 Apr. 2026
Season 3 has been renewed and is expected to premiere in early 2027.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 16 Apr. 2026
Under Kobelt’s watch the school renewed its Waldorf charter, but some have questioned the school’s ability to live up to the standards of the Waldorf system.
—Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 16 Apr. 2026
Before season 5's launch, the streamer renewed the hit series for a sixth and final season, which will bring the space saga to a fitting conclusion after a successful run as one of Apple TV's earliest exclusives.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 10 Apr. 2026
That Earthrise photo, along with the slightly later Blue Marble photo, renewed our perspective on this planet; Artemis has a chance to do the same for our moon.
—Rebecca Boyle, The Atlantic, 10 Apr. 2026
Adjective
Increasing awareness about nutritional issues and problems caused by climate change have spurred renewed interest in fonio as an alternative to popular grains such as rice and wheat in the 21st century.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Mar. 2026
Banking, utilities, and industrials have all seen renewed momentum.
—Krysta Escobar, CNBC, 30 Jan. 2026
Durbin believes the science is strong enough to attract renewed interest.
—New Atlas, 29 Dec. 2025
Consumers are turning to nondigital activities for entertainment in an effort to unplug, reclaim their attention spans and find renewed fulfillment in real-life experiences.
—Kayla Hayempour, NBC news, 26 Dec. 2025
Federal courts have previously ruled that the juror’s error did not justify a new trial, but Maxwell argued new statements contradict earlier findings and warrant renewed scrutiny.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 18 Dec. 2025
Beehiiv’s expansion comes amid renewed focus on owning the relationship between a journalist or publication and the consumers who follow or subscribe to them.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 13 Nov. 2025
The proposal comes amid renewed focus on affordability, after Democrats swept last week’s elections, largely by focusing on everyday concerns like cost of living.
—Sarah Fortinsky, The Hill, 10 Nov. 2025
It’s helped keep renewed interest in Guthrie’s cultural influence in Tulsa and his hometown of Okemah, 40 miles south.
—Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 22 Oct. 2025
Verb
With The Pitt having already been renewed for a third season, the emotional cliffhanger leaves viewers with a few pressing questions about Robby’s next move.
—Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 17 Apr. 2026
The action renewed a push for some Democrats to put in place state protections and accountability, while Republicans supported the move.
—Mary Murphy, Twin Cities, 17 Apr. 2026
Had Organized Crime been renewed, another change was in the offing.
—Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 16 Apr. 2026
The program is $8 per year, which means $24 is automatically added to registrations that are typically renewed every three years, officials said.
—Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 16 Apr. 2026
Season 3 has been renewed and is expected to premiere in early 2027.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 16 Apr. 2026
Under Kobelt’s watch the school renewed its Waldorf charter, but some have questioned the school’s ability to live up to the standards of the Waldorf system.
—Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 16 Apr. 2026
Before season 5's launch, the streamer renewed the hit series for a sixth and final season, which will bring the space saga to a fitting conclusion after a successful run as one of Apple TV's earliest exclusives.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 10 Apr. 2026
That Earthrise photo, along with the slightly later Blue Marble photo, renewed our perspective on this planet; Artemis has a chance to do the same for our moon.
—Rebecca Boyle, The Atlantic, 10 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for renewed
Adjective
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Charging will be much improved with the refreshed EQS, too.—
Andrew J. Hawkins,
The Verge,
13 Apr. 2026
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The German luxury marque has just unveiled the refreshed version of the saloon’s SUV equivalent, the GLS.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The same applies to energy systems, which have been frequently targeted by Russian missile strikes but often quickly restored by the national emergency service.—
Nataliya Gumenyuk,
The Dial,
21 Apr. 2026
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The interior was also fully restored with rich, tan leather.—
Howard Walker,
Robb Report,
21 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Laemmle officials said the company began exploring opportunities to reinvest in a new property late last year following the sale of its Claremont location, and resumed discussions with the NoHo 7’s ownership around the same time.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
18 Apr. 2026
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Airlines and the airport have since resumed normal operations.—
Chris Ramirez,
jsonline.com,
17 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Familiar formulas cannot simply be revived.—
Nawaf M. Al-Thani,
semafor.com,
20 Apr. 2026
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Frank Zappa’s estate has revived their archival Vaulternative Records for the first time in nearly a decade to showcase a Mothers of Invention session from 1966.—
Daniel Kreps,
Rolling Stone,
17 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Mauresmo repeated the importance of privacy for players — an issue raised by Iga Swiatek and Gauff at this year's Australian Open.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Josett pleaded guilty to three misdemeanors, including unauthorized computer access and fraud; annoying and repeated phone calls; and contempt of court for violating the restraining order.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The participants were all energized and had fun in the classes.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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The Hornets are young, loose and energized.—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
16 Apr. 2026
Verb
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They can be recreated at home for weeknight dinner, a fun way to get your kids involved in the kitchen or for a gathering with friends.—
Cody Godwin,
USA Today,
9 Apr. 2026
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Through the push and pull of it all, the pair created scores of looks that are still being admired (and occasionally recreated by other royals) today.—
Bailey Bujnosek,
InStyle,
9 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Krauchun continued her instant impact Monday for Andrew in a 14-1 SouthWest Suburban Conference victory in five innings over visiting Stagg in Tinley Park.—
Tony Baranek,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
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Joseph has continued to call on anyone with information to speak up.—
Aya Al-Hakim,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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“Renewed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/renewed. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.
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