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| /rɪˈnjuː/ |
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| 1 | to arrange for something to continue for a longer period of time 将…延期；续借 |
| to renew a licence/passport/lease 延长执照/护照/租约的期限 |
| to renew a book (=be allowed to keep a library book for a longer period of time) 续借图书 |
| He failed to renew his contract, which expired last month. 他没能续签上个月已到期的合同。 |
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| 2 | to start a friendship or relationship again after a period of time when it stopped existing 重续（友情）；重新开始（关系） |
| The reunion offers an opportunity to renew acquaintance with old friends. 这次聚会给老朋友提供了重续友情的机会。 |
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| 3 | to do something again after a pause , usually with more energy or emphasis than before 使恢复；重新开始 |
| The parties renewed their efforts to agree the treaty. 各党派重新行动起来，以努力达成条约。 |
| renew a call/appeal Student organizations renewed their call for a reduction in tuition fees. 学生组织再次要求降低学费。 |
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| 4 | to replace something that is old or damaged 更新；更换 |
| You may need to renew the brake linings. 你可能需要更换制动衬面。 |
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