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as in restores
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 resumes
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 revives
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 repeats
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 renews
After trial, service renews monthly unless canceled.
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Erin Lassner, HollywoodReporter, 31 Oct. 2025
Powell and Waldron have ideas for a second season when Hulu officially renews the show.
—Angelique Jackson, Variety, 28 Oct. 2025
Medicare’s broad telehealth flexibilities expired on September 30, 2025, unless Congress renews them.
—Scott R. Schell, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
Bridges of trust built in 2020 now enable a historic achievement, one that brings the hostages home, ends the fighting, and renews hope for both Israelis and Palestinians.
—Yossi Shelley, semafor.com, 13 Oct. 2025
Ambition rooted in personal purpose renews itself.
—Benjamin Laker, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Kirk’s assassination renews scrutiny The records’ release comes one week after Kirk was assassinated during an event at Utah Valley University, an act that officials say was politically motivated.
—Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 18 Sep. 2025
Carroll renews his high-profile beef with Jim Harbaugh on Monday night.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2025
And as the Moon renews in Virgo, this is your chance to plant intentions around writing, teaching, or even social media use.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 14 Sep. 2025
Erin Lassner, HollywoodReporter, 31 Oct. 2025
Powell and Waldron have ideas for a second season when Hulu officially renews the show.
—Angelique Jackson, Variety, 28 Oct. 2025
Medicare’s broad telehealth flexibilities expired on September 30, 2025, unless Congress renews them.
—Scott R. Schell, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
Bridges of trust built in 2020 now enable a historic achievement, one that brings the hostages home, ends the fighting, and renews hope for both Israelis and Palestinians.
—Yossi Shelley, semafor.com, 13 Oct. 2025
Ambition rooted in personal purpose renews itself.
—Benjamin Laker, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Kirk’s assassination renews scrutiny The records’ release comes one week after Kirk was assassinated during an event at Utah Valley University, an act that officials say was politically motivated.
—Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 18 Sep. 2025
Carroll renews his high-profile beef with Jim Harbaugh on Monday night.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2025
And as the Moon renews in Virgo, this is your chance to plant intentions around writing, teaching, or even social media use.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 14 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for renews
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Her magic seemingly restores the holiday spirit.—
MSNBC Newsweek,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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Schooling is an essential lifesaving service that restores routine and hope, and provides access to mental health support, nutrition screening, vaccinations, and other critical assistance.—
Catherine Russell,
Time,
3 Nov. 2025
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The civil trial resumes Wednesday, after Election Day Tuesday.—
Chris Boyette,
CNN Money,
3 Nov. 2025
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Much of that spending may be driven by wealthy Americans who are less dependent on weekly paychecks, but a clearer picture will not be available until the government resumes releasing economic data.—
Scott Horsley,
NPR,
29 Oct. 2025
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The throwback capsule collection revives popular and bestselling wedding gowns and bridesmaid dresses that were offered by the two companies during their original partnership in the early 2010s.—
Rosemary Feitelberg,
Footwear News,
6 Nov. 2025
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Learn how repotting revives a Christmas cactus, when to do it, and how for a happy holiday plant.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
5 Nov. 2025
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When a pattern repeats across several cycles, change the template.—
Malana VanTyler,
Ascend Agency,
6 Nov. 2025
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If a child becomes withdrawn, spends long hours chatting privately with a bot or repeats harmful ideas, step in early.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
5 Nov. 2025
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Chace Crawford refreshes with some Patrón while in Austin during F1 weekend.—
Lex Goldstein,
PEOPLE,
23 Oct. 2025
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Basically, this means the Naga V2's mouse sensor refreshes its position 1,000 times per second.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
9 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Work continues on the White House ballroom project as historic preservation advocates press for proper review procedures.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Nov. 2025
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Both consultants estimated that inflation in Caracas is currently running between 20% and 30% a month and is destined to keep rising as long as the bolivar depreciation continues.—
Stefano Pozzebon,
CNN Money,
11 Nov. 2025
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However, when Victor accidentally resurrects a dead Victorian-era woman named Emily (Helena Bonham Carter), he's transported to the much more lively Land of the Dead — ultimately forcing him to choose between his mortal fiancée and his new corpse bride.—
Keith Langston,
PEOPLE,
27 Oct. 2025
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Far from being a nostalgic nod, this trend resurrects the kind of practical elegance that characterized generations past.—
Alex Sales,
Glamour,
25 Oct. 2025
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Whether or not, Combs’ appeal replicates his string of unsuccessful $50 million bail efforts, or proves a Get Outta Jail card remains to be seen.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
3 Nov. 2025
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The site replicates what’s found on the app.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
3 Nov. 2025
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“Renews.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/renews. Accessed 11 Nov. 2025.
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