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newfound

American  
[noo-found, nyoo-] / ˈnuˌfaʊnd, ˈnyu- /

adjective

  1. newly found or discovered.

    newfound friends.


Etymology

Origin of newfound

First recorded in 1490–1500; new + found 2

Example Sentences

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It’s especially important now, with the revival of diet culture and a newfound surge in weight-loss medication usage.

From Salon • May 17, 2026

And while the group continues to ride the whirlwind of touring and a newfound sisterhood, O'Donnell said she hopes they are laying the groundwork for something more enduring.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

But it feels especially important now with the revival of diet culture and a newfound surge in weight-loss medication usage.

From Salon • May 7, 2026

But even as Steyer undertook his public transformation from investor to climate activist, his firm continued to make decisions out of step with his newfound commitment.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

When he came back, he’d treat Alex with a newfound respect.

From "The Dead and the Gone" by Susan Beth Pfeffer

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