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
Despite growing confidence among traders and analysts that oil prices are poised to climb anew, speculators whipsawed by nearly five-months of on-again, off-again war are retreating.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 13, 2026
Some of the renovations have been successful; fountains are running anew, including the long-dormant cascading water feature at the city’s popular Meridian Hill Park.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 2, 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
The whole sky seemed like a black top spinning from the mountain where Atlas was imprisoned, and where the Titan palace of Mount Othrys was rising anew.
From "The Battle of the Labyrinth" by Rick Riordan
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