give a new lease of life

1. To give one occasion or opportunity for a renewed enjoyment in, enthusiasm for, or appreciation of one's life. A noun or pronoun can be used between "give" and "a." After finding out that the tests came back negative for cancer, I feel as though I've been given a new lease of life! My daughter's birth has given me a new lease of life. A: "Hmm, something's given Pat a new of life these days." B: "Yeah, I hear he's got a new girlfriend."

2. To improve or refurbish something that is worn or old. A noun or pronoun can be used between "give" and "a." That new engine has really given my car a new lease of life. A partnership with that global corporation would certainly give our company a new lease of life! A sudden, anonymous infusion of cash has given a new lease of life to John's film.