1
as in repetition
the act of saying or doing over again
a campaign season that witnessed the endless renewal of the same stupid charges and countercharges
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as in revival
the act or an instance of bringing something back to life, public attention, or vigorous activity
roller-skating experienced a major renewal after the introduction of in-line skates
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Recent Examples of renewal
After a period of significant challenges – from declining enrollment to financial strain – the institution is now seeing signs of renewal.
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Marybeth Gasman, Forbes.com, 7 July 2025
Yet in a country that needs renewal rather than retrenchment, this kind of politics tends to generate perpetual crises—which have, in turn, caused the party to make a series of shambolic climbdowns that have eroded its credibility.
—Oliver Eagleton, Time, 5 July 2025
Under the bill, automatic renewal processes would be eliminated and open market insurance applicants would also be subjected to more paperwork.
—ABC News, 3 July 2025
In early 2024, Torres-Rodriguez, herself a Puerto Rican native and Hartford Public Schools graduate, faced opposition from nine of the district’s unions to her contract renewal.
—Kaitlin McCallum, Hartford Courant, 2 July 2025
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Marybeth Gasman, Forbes.com, 7 July 2025
Yet in a country that needs renewal rather than retrenchment, this kind of politics tends to generate perpetual crises—which have, in turn, caused the party to make a series of shambolic climbdowns that have eroded its credibility.
—Oliver Eagleton, Time, 5 July 2025
Under the bill, automatic renewal processes would be eliminated and open market insurance applicants would also be subjected to more paperwork.
—ABC News, 3 July 2025
In early 2024, Torres-Rodriguez, herself a Puerto Rican native and Hartford Public Schools graduate, faced opposition from nine of the district’s unions to her contract renewal.
—Kaitlin McCallum, Hartford Courant, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for renewal
Noun
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Share learnings with the team to build trust and prevent repetition.—
Gisela Carere,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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These lessons are essential not only for historical literacy but also for understanding and preventing the repetition of past mistakes.—
Jane Tanaka,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 July 2025
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Thanks to him and the modern revival of his name as a whiskey brand, Stagg remains an enduring symbol of American whiskey excellence and a true Icon of Whiskey.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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The Shakespeare revival, complete with original score by Matt Maltese, plays Dec. 8, 2025-Jan. 17, 2026.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
8 July 2025
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This innovation fosters customer loyalty and provides the brand with a high percentage of repeat orders.—
Yola Robert,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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The coleslaw and barbecue sauce make this is a recipe to make on repeat all year long.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
14 July 2025
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As is often the case when a major international act visits the United Kingdom, Linkin Park's catalog is enjoying a resurgence — especially From Zero, the project being promoted most heavily on the venture.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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Unfortunately, her return to the greener surroundings of Nashville also triggered a resurgence of her breathing problems.—
Joanne Fowler,
People.com,
10 July 2025
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He was waved home by third base coach Tim Leiper and was called safe before the call was overturned on replay review, ending the inning.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 July 2025
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Adell was initially called out trying to advance but the Angels challenged and the call was overturned following a replay review.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
5 July 2025
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An American rebirth demands reckoning, not whitewash.—
Newsweek Staff,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 July 2025
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From chaos, many historians believe rebirth can occur.—
Austin American Statesman,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
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“Renewal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/renewal. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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