renew acquaintances

Definitions

1. To contact old acquaintances after a period of no contact, in order to strengthen the relationship.
2. Compete for a subsequent time in another match.

Examples

“We'd invite⟳ various contacts up to renew acquaintances and remind⟳ them of my dressmaking talents.”

“Sergio Agüero’s goal midway through the second half does change⟳ the complexion slightly before the sides renew acquaintances in this Champions League last⟳ 16 fixture on 18 March⟳ but City’s momentum was quickly lost after Gaël Clichy’s second yellow card and the return⟳ leg would have⟳ felt like⟳ a formality had Messi put⟳ away that penalty in the third minute of stoppage time.”

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