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
ABC News, 25 Apr. 2026
While President Claudia Sheinbaum has signaled renewed openness to private investment, including partnerships in electricity and a possible revival of fracking, her administration’s statism continues to weigh on Mexico’s appeal relative to regional peers.
—Juan Pablo Spinetto, Mercury News, 23 Apr. 2026
During the renewed investigation, police returned to the 1800 block of Clarke Boulevard and used radar to search for new leads in the disappearance.
—Jt Moodee Lockman, CBS News, 22 Apr. 2026
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
Ben Croll, Variety, 15 May 2026
The show has already been renewed for a second season.
—Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 15 May 2026
Treasury chief Rachel Reeves said the figures showed that her policies were working and that renewed economic growth would allow the government to put more money into public services and programs to support those hit by the high cost of living.
—Danica Kirka, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
If the return to performance renewed her sense of purpose, Kansas City offered another surprise.
—Kansas City Star, 14 May 2026
The show was renewed for a second season in December 2025, before its first season finale aired.
—Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 14 May 2026
On the anniversary of their murders, the Federal Bureau of Investigation's Atlanta Field Office and the Putnam County Sheriff's Office renewed a call for information that might help with the case.
—Dan Raby, CBS News, 8 May 2026
Already renewed for Season 2, Sheriff Country‘s Season 1 finale airs May 22.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 8 May 2026
Wednesday’s search of Susan Flores’ home renewed the hope for those answers in the small town of San Luis Obispo, which had been rattled by Smart’s disappearance for decades.
—Chelsea Bailey, CNN Money, 8 May 2026
Adjective
That has spurred renewed interest in a clause in the EU's foundational treaties about mutual assistance if a member nation is attacked.
—ABC News, 25 Apr. 2026
While President Claudia Sheinbaum has signaled renewed openness to private investment, including partnerships in electricity and a possible revival of fracking, her administration’s statism continues to weigh on Mexico’s appeal relative to regional peers.
—Juan Pablo Spinetto, Mercury News, 23 Apr. 2026
During the renewed investigation, police returned to the 1800 block of Clarke Boulevard and used radar to search for new leads in the disappearance.
—Jt Moodee Lockman, CBS News, 22 Apr. 2026
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
Verb
Capton and Li renewed the partnership giving speeches at an awards ceremony hosted by Variety‘s Executive Editor of International, Elsa Keslassy, and former Cannes Film Festival president Pierre Lescure.
—Ben Croll, Variety, 15 May 2026
The show has already been renewed for a second season.
—Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 15 May 2026
Treasury chief Rachel Reeves said the figures showed that her policies were working and that renewed economic growth would allow the government to put more money into public services and programs to support those hit by the high cost of living.
—Danica Kirka, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2026
If the return to performance renewed her sense of purpose, Kansas City offered another surprise.
—Kansas City Star, 14 May 2026
The show was renewed for a second season in December 2025, before its first season finale aired.
—Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 14 May 2026
On the anniversary of their murders, the Federal Bureau of Investigation's Atlanta Field Office and the Putnam County Sheriff's Office renewed a call for information that might help with the case.
—Dan Raby, CBS News, 8 May 2026
Already renewed for Season 2, Sheriff Country‘s Season 1 finale airs May 22.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 8 May 2026
Wednesday’s search of Susan Flores’ home renewed the hope for those answers in the small town of San Luis Obispo, which had been rattled by Smart’s disappearance for decades.
—Chelsea Bailey, CNN Money, 8 May 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 villas were restored and updated, Conrad Orlando was introduced as the luxury hotel anchor, and Evermore Bay (the lagoon beach that now defines the property) was built from scratch.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 May 2026
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The company preserved Pan Am logos, gold paneling and restored the original reflecting pools.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
19 May 2026
Verb
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When softball season resumed, head coach Kelly Inouye-Perez sensed that the sport that had once consumed so much of Grant’s emotional oxygen suddenly felt lighter in her arms.—
Ira Gorawara,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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Busby was the 600th person executed in Texas since the state resumed carrying out the punishment in 1982.—
Emerson Clarridge,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 May 2026
Verb
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Lamm told The New York Post that the company believes the moa could return by the early 2030s, while the dodo could be revived within four or five years.—
Sophia Compton,
FOXNews.com,
19 May 2026
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Strong starred in the production of the Arthur Miller play as it was revived in London and later on Broadway.—
Lexi Lane,
PEOPLE,
17 May 2026
Verb
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If those results were repeated in a national election that has to be held by 2029, the party would be overwhelmingly ejected from power.—
Pan Pylas,
Fortune,
13 May 2026
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When the question was repeated, Graves did not respond.—
Caroline Zimmerman,
Kansas City Star,
13 May 2026
Adjective
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Kansas City’s allure grows As preparation and planning for the candidacy ramped up ahead of a decision that would come in 2022, Kansas City was becoming more energized, visible and appealing.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
15 May 2026
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Philadelphia looked fatigued and thin against the Knicks, while New York looked more energized by the possession.—
Tony Jones,
New York Times,
11 May 2026
Verb
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Gard said engineers recreated missing technical details and found modern replacements for obsolete parts through extensive problem-solving.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
15 May 2026
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The events ask attendees to dress for the occasion and use live actors to bring to life the extravagant sets recreated in various venues.—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
13 May 2026
Verb
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The man continued moving around inside the fountain even as police ordered him to get out, according to the outlet.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
19 May 2026
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Even without funding for the security component ‒ and amid legal uncertainty ‒ construction on the ballroom has continued.—
Joey Garrison,
USA Today,
18 May 2026
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“Renewed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/renewed. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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