anew

adverb

ə-ˈnü How to pronounce anew (audio)
-ˈnyü
1
: for an additional time : again
begin anew
2
: in a new or different form
a story told anew on film

Examples of anew in a Sentence

He demonstrated anew that he's not a good leader. These problems must be dealt with anew. The process begins anew each spring. The poem has been translated anew for this new book.
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Record sales continue to soar, defying predictions of an imminent bubble burst, with extravagant box sets, limited vinyl runs and reissues offering fans a way to celebrate their favorite albums anew. Jim Ryan, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024 Vance came out against the CR, instead suggesting lawmakers should scrap the legislation and start anew. Cami Mondeaux, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 18 Dec. 2024 Several years earlier, Henry had attended a Just Above Midtown opening and was inspired anew. Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 18 Dec. 2024 The result was a company where the first incarnation died, but a group found a way to start anew, revitalized, and refocused on its mission. Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for anew 

Word History

Etymology

Middle English of newe, from Old English of nīwe, from of + nīwe new

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of anew was in the 14th century

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Cite this Entry

“Anew.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/anew. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

anew

adverb
1
: over again : for another time
begin anew
2
: in a new or different form
a story told anew as a movie

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