C2adverbformallanguagepsychology
US/əˈnuː/
UK/əˈnjuː/
again, in a new and different way
In context
After the merger, the company decided to start anew with a different logo.
The report asks us to look anew at how we train new staff.
He moved to another city to begin his career anew.
Words that go with anew
verb + adverb
- start anewAfter the fire, the owners had to start anew.
- begin anewEvery January, many people hope to begin anew.
- build anewThe town was built anew after the flood.
- look at anewLook at the plan anew before you decide.
- try anewHe was ready to try anew after the failed launch.
- think anewThe crisis forced leaders to think anew about safety.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
start anew againCorrect: start anew