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as in restoring
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 resuming
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 reviving
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 repeating
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 renewing
Hundreds of thousands in the county may lose coverage as a result of cuts, and also from new rules that include renewing coverage every six months rather than each year, work requirements, and reductions in how much will be covered for non-citizens, according to CalMatters.
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Steve Scauzillo, Daily News, 6 Feb. 2026
The process to obtain a second passport is straightforward and similar to the process of renewing an existing passport.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 31 Jan. 2026
State spending has continued to rise since Covid, renewing the need for revenue.
—Robert Frank, CNBC, 30 Jan. 2026
Things took a turn for the worse two years ago when a door plug blew off an Alaska Air 737 Max shortly after take-off, renewing questions about the safety of its manufacturing and put federal restrictions on the pace of production.
—Chris Isidore, CNN Money, 27 Jan. 2026
Despite working with Mi Pueblito Meat Market — one of the few storefronts operating at the site — the market’s owners decided against renewing their lease at the site.
—Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 27 Jan. 2026
Congress is close to enacting a two-year authorization of Medicare telehealth services for older adults, renewing pandemic-era coverage in the nation’s largest government health insurance program.
—Bruce Japsen, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
But those who do not respond may not ultimately face any penalties to their driving record or have trouble renewing their licenses, officials said.
—Shomik Mukherjee, Mercury News, 16 Jan. 2026
The board voted 6 to 4 in favor of not renewing the school's charter.
—Adam Thompson, CBS News, 15 Jan. 2026
Steve Scauzillo, Daily News, 6 Feb. 2026
The process to obtain a second passport is straightforward and similar to the process of renewing an existing passport.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 31 Jan. 2026
State spending has continued to rise since Covid, renewing the need for revenue.
—Robert Frank, CNBC, 30 Jan. 2026
Things took a turn for the worse two years ago when a door plug blew off an Alaska Air 737 Max shortly after take-off, renewing questions about the safety of its manufacturing and put federal restrictions on the pace of production.
—Chris Isidore, CNN Money, 27 Jan. 2026
Despite working with Mi Pueblito Meat Market — one of the few storefronts operating at the site — the market’s owners decided against renewing their lease at the site.
—Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 27 Jan. 2026
Congress is close to enacting a two-year authorization of Medicare telehealth services for older adults, renewing pandemic-era coverage in the nation’s largest government health insurance program.
—Bruce Japsen, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
But those who do not respond may not ultimately face any penalties to their driving record or have trouble renewing their licenses, officials said.
—Shomik Mukherjee, Mercury News, 16 Jan. 2026
The board voted 6 to 4 in favor of not renewing the school's charter.
—Adam Thompson, CBS News, 15 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for renewing
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Trump cut federal ties with the firm before Karp cut a deal with the White House, restoring the relationship.—
Emily Hallas,
The Washington Examiner,
5 Feb. 2026
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But if the state Senate fails to act in the service of saving the waning hope of restoring democracy in this country, then Maryland and all our residents will bear some responsibility for the consequences.—
Sherrilyn Ifill,
Baltimore Sun,
5 Feb. 2026
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After Vonn's crash, the event was called off before resuming the next day.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
8 Feb. 2026
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The Catalina Foothills Association, a neighborhood group, told residents in a letter that authorities were resuming searches in the area immediately.—
Christopher Weber,
Twin Cities,
8 Feb. 2026
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Since last fall, Nike has beefed up its boot offerings by reviving both the Air Max Goadome and Bolotoro silhouettes.—
Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
3 Feb. 2026
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The company which makes Regal Ware cookware is reviving the name of its manufacturing operation –reflecting its Wisconsin roots.—
Tom Daykin,
jsonline.com,
2 Feb. 2026
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Then, while breathing through your mouth, allow the solution to flow in and drain out the opposite nostril before repeating on the other side.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
8 Feb. 2026
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But history, which has a funny way of repeating itself, suggests otherwise.—
Stephen Mihm,
Twin Cities,
8 Feb. 2026
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Those recreating in alpine environments should plan ahead and be prepared for ice, snow, high winds, and subzero temperatures.—
Jennifer McRae,
CBS News,
9 Feb. 2026
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The airline prides itself on recreating the feel-good coziness and charm of Austrian culture even at 30,000 feet.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 Feb. 2026
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On the winning side of Wall Street were companies that stand to benefit from big spending by Alphabet and others continuing the AI frenzy.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 Feb. 2026
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The car collided with the bicyclist before continuing another block and hitting the bakery section of a 99 Ranch Market location in the Westwood neighborhood.—
David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
6 Feb. 2026
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Christian Bale and Maggie Gyllenhaal are resurrecting their friendship nearly 20 years after starring together in The Dark Knight.—
Sydney Bucksbaum,
Entertainment Weekly,
3 Feb. 2026
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Looking back on the second season now, what was the biggest challenge in resurrecting this story after a decade?—
Hunter Ingram,
Variety,
1 Feb. 2026
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Liverpool were content to wait until the summer to do their business, replicating the stance of so many others in the Premier League.—
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
3 Feb. 2026
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Wang is also interested in replicating the texture and aesthetics of tree bark in jacquard, particularly samples that are etched and carved.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
30 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Renewing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/renewing. Accessed 10 Feb. 2026.
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