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newfound

American  
[noo-found, nyoo-] / ˈnuˌfaʊnd, ˈnju- /

adjective

  1. newly found or discovered.

    newfound friends.


Etymology

Origin of newfound

First recorded in 1490–1500; new + found 2

Example Sentences

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Beyond the threat of AI, Cuesta connects this newfound popularity of manual trades to the pandemic and long periods of confinement.

From Barron's • Jul. 2, 2026

The fact that my son and his girlfriend live in Kansas City certainly helped spark our newfound fascination.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2026

The most popular one doing the rounds on social media here right now is a teen who was asked by BBC News what she intends to do with all her newfound free time.

From Slate • Jun. 18, 2026

To avoid this, Pakistan ought to use its newfound prominence on the global stage to address the economic problems that have long held it back.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 17, 2026

During this time, owing to his newfound piety, Bobby used no profanity.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady

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