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the act of renewing or state of being renewed
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something that is renewed
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Origin of renewal
Explanation
Renewal is the act or process of restoring or reviving something, giving it a fresh burst of life. It could be a forest regrowing after a fire, or a person finding new energy after a good rest. The word renewal comes from the idea of making something "new again." In nature, spring is often seen as a time of renewal, when trees sprout fresh leaves, flowers bloom, and warming temperatures lift people's spirits. Societal renewal can involve refocusing on founding principles and ideals. Urban renewal can include updating community parks, rebuilding roads, and renovating buildings, bringing new life to a city. More simply, a renewal might be an official continuation of an expired contract, law, or subscription.
Vocabulary lists containing renewal
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"This renewal was explicitly agreed upon by the president as well as the sporting, legal and financial department. Some people decided however to breach this engagement," Depay wrote on social media.
From BBC ● Aug. 12, 2026
The renewal extends the partnership to 2047 and puts the joint venture in a position to boost its technological transformation and increase growth opportunities, Detroit-based GM said Tuesday.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 5, 2026
RIP: Despite a Season 2 renewal earlier this year, Disney just announced “Wonder Man” has been canceled.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 31, 2026
The contract was up for renewal that same month.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 30, 2026
Some people add other things that don’t begin with S to theirs too: symbols of renewal and prosperity, like mirrors and bowls of coins.
From "Darius the Great Is Not Okay" by Adib Khorram
As for getting licensed in other states, MacDonald said it would involve hours of paper work and cost about $90,000 to get a license in every state, with periodic renewals required.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 18, 2026
Doctronic said its AI uses clinical guidelines created by physicians, and that the doctors who review prescription renewals exercise independent judgment and have appropriate specialties.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 18, 2026
In both 2015 and 2016, for example, the board froze the rent for one-year lease renewals, and in 2019 and 2020, the board only approved a 1.5% increase.
From Salon ● Jun. 13, 2026
With Arteta's deal - and plans to reward Timber and Rice with renewals - that may be easier said than done.
From BBC ● Jun. 1, 2026
I had one of those renewals of complete faith in him that I'd experienced before.
From " The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald
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