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re•new
Pronunciation: (ri-nOO', -nyOO'), [key]—
v.t.
1. to begin or take up again, as an acquaintance, a conversation, etc.; resume.
2. to make effective for an additional period:
to renew a lease.
3. to restore or replenish:
to renew a stock of goods.
4. to make, say, or do again.
5. to revive; reestablish.
6. to recover (youth, strength, etc.).
7. to restore to a former state; make new or as if new again.
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v.i.
1. to begin again; recommence.
2. to renew a lease, note, etc.
3. to be restored to a former state; become new or as if new again.
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