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was renewing

  • past progressive of renew.

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Peru took the opposite tack, announcing it was renewing diplomatic ties with the Saharawis, and appears to have suffered the consequences.

From Seattle Times Feb. 26, 2023

Jean-Marc Bellaiche, president of Printemps, one of the biggest department stores in Paris, told Reuters it was "renewing this big tradition of having animated Christmas windows".

From Reuters Nov. 11, 2022

Mr Lee said he was renewing his work visa at the Public Security Bureau in Beijing when he ran into Mr Wu at the lifts.

From BBC Mar. 30, 2022

Last week, CBS said it was renewing about 80 percent of its series and adding three newcomers, including a revamped “Equalizer” starring Queen Latifah.

From Washington Times May 11, 2020

He was renewing old acquaintances and picking up fresh friends.

From Mrs. Thompson A Novel by Maxwell, W. B. (William Babington)