noun
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the act of renewing or state of being renewed
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something that is renewed
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Explanation
Renewal is the act or process of restoring or reviving something, giving it a fresh burst of life. It could be a forest regrowing after a fire, or a person finding new energy after a good rest. The word renewal comes from the idea of making something "new again." In nature, spring is often seen as a time of renewal, when trees sprout fresh leaves, flowers bloom, and warming temperatures lift people's spirits. Societal renewal can involve refocusing on founding principles and ideals. Urban renewal can include updating community parks, rebuilding roads, and renovating buildings, bringing new life to a city. More simply, a renewal might be an official continuation of an expired contract, law, or subscription.
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There are plenty of caveats to this phoenix-like story of Democratic defeat followed by renewal.
From Slate ● Nov. 6, 2026
Angelenos yearn for safer streets, an end to homelessness, a renewal of the dreamland that the city has represented for over a century.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 5, 2026
The US proposed extending Minurso's mandate for another year, but its draft went beyond the usual renewal.
From BBC ● Nov. 3, 2026
Johnston worries that the rapid buildup of the Salvadoran force will give it more power than the GSF, whose UN mandate is up for renewal in months.
From Barron's ● Oct. 30, 2026
Here, Ifemelu felt a gentle, swaying sense of renewal.
From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
In terms of potential contract renewals, the current uncertainty over what sanctions will be meted out provides a major element of risk.
From BBC ● Oct. 2, 2026
It also strengthens state oversight of existing leases by requiring additional scrutiny and waiting periods for renewals, extensions or changes.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 29, 2026
The lawsuit involves eight Disney-owned ABC stations whose license renewals were moved up years ahead of schedule.
From Salon ● Aug. 20, 2026
Recent reinsurance-treaty renewals at the beginning of June and July brought continued price declines of 4.5% when adjusted for inflation and risk, the company said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 12, 2026
There was even something to look forward to when school started— renewals of old feuds and friendships, weeks of learning again what one half forgot in the long summer.
From "Go Set a Watchman: A Novel" by Harper Lee
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