anew
Americanadverb
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over again; again; once more.
to play the tune anew.
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in a new form or manner.
to write the story anew.
adverb
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over again; once more
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in a different way; afresh
Etymology
Origin of anew
before 1000; Middle English onew, of newe; see a- 2), Old English of niowe, probably modeled on Old French de neuf; replacing Old English edniwe once more
Explanation
When something happens anew, it happens again, but in a fresh way that might be different. Anew is a word to describe things that happen again but are more than just a rerun. If a couple takes their marriage vows anew, it's a little different than the first time. If a clothes trend happens anew, it's a revival of the original trend that probably won't be identical. This word applies to renewals and fresh starts of many kinds, though not always positive ones. Romances and barfights could both begin anew.
Example Sentences
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Major wireless executives have brushed off Starlink’s threat to their businesses, but SpaceX’s latest commentary has investors worried anew.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 5, 2026
And I’m already counting down the months before Brazil hosts the Women’s World Cup a year from now and Chapter One becomes my Cheers anew.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 20, 2026
And it all came because of a soccer squad, proving anew how sports can effect positive change like few other things.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 6, 2026
At the border, you expect an easy entry; after all, as a lawful permanent resident, you generally do not need to seek admission anew each time you return from travel abroad.
From Slate ● Jun. 23, 2026
She had not forgotten, but merely remembered anew, how understated his manner was, his plain dark jeans, his leather slippers, the way he walked into the bookshop with no need to dominate it.
From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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