renew
verb (used with object)
to begin or take up again, as an acquaintance, a conversation, etc.; resume.
has been renewing
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present perfect progressiveof renew (3rd person singular).present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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The island nation has been renewing a focus on trade deals to foster growth and help its battered economy recover from the worst financial crisis in decades.
From Reuters ● Nov. 21, 2023
But mask requirements have been in place in Broadway theaters since they reopened last summer, and the industry has been renewing that requirement on a month-by-month basis.
From New York Times ● May 20, 2022
Under state law, Melton has been renewing a declaration of judicial emergency every 30 days, limiting what court cases can happen in person.
From Washington Times ● Jan. 21, 2021
But she was approved and has been renewing with the program every two years since.
From Washington Post
