the year approaching or newly begun.
(initial capital letters) the first day or few days of a year in any of various calendars.
Middle English word dating back to 1150–1200
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Some of Porter’s friends have suggested he was shooting the weapon into the air to celebrate the new year.
From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026
United were two goals up at Old Trafford and City were headed for a new low as a dismal start to the new year continued.
From BBC • May 19, 2026
Underlying earnings rose 13% year-over-year in the first quarter of the new year and its return on equity expanded to 17.6%.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026
Thursday marked the 13th and final day of the Persian new year festivities, known as Sizdah‑bedar or Nature Day.
From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026
As the new year, 1853, began, Elisha returned to Philadelphia, acting like a man head over heels in love.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
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