renew (B1)
verb
Pronunciation: /rɪˈnjuː/
Definition
To make an agreement, contract, or subscription valid for an additional period of time.
Examples
I need to renew my gym membership.
The lease on the apartment was renewed for another year.
Don't forget to renew your passport before your trip.
How to Use renew
- renew a contract (collocation)
- To extend the validity of a contract for a further period. — "We will renew the contract if the terms are favorable."
- renew a subscription (collocation)
- To extend the period for which a service or publication is paid for. — "Please renew your subscription to the online journal by the end of the month."
- renew a license (collocation)
- To officially extend the validity of a license. — "You must renew your fishing license annually."
- renew one's efforts (idiom)
- To start trying hard again after a period of difficulty or reduced effort. — "Despite the challenges, the team renewed their efforts to achieve their goals."
- renew one's commitment (idiom)
- To reaffirm one's dedication to a cause or relationship. — "The leaders met to renew their commitment to peace."
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