freshen up
verb
freshened up; freshening up; freshens up
: to wash oneself in order to feel clean and fresh
I feel like I need to freshen up after my long trip.
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While many designers and some health experts advise against bathroom carpets, a handful stars are in favor of freshening up on lush terrain.
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India Roby,
Architectural Digest,
24 June 2026
Most travelers boarding a red-eye are focused on getting some sleep on the plane, avoiding jet lag, and figuring out how to freshen up before landing and hitting the ground running in your destination.
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Brittany Anas,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
Plus, shop a delightful Yankee Candle to freshen up your home and fluffy bath towels, like these luxurious ones, to transform your bathroom into a five-star spa.
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Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
23 June 2026
In the spring, freshen up the mulch around the roots.
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Sj McShane,
Martha Stewart,
22 June 2026
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India Roby,
Architectural Digest,
24 June 2026
Most travelers boarding a red-eye are focused on getting some sleep on the plane, avoiding jet lag, and figuring out how to freshen up before landing and hitting the ground running in your destination.
—
Brittany Anas,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
Plus, shop a delightful Yankee Candle to freshen up your home and fluffy bath towels, like these luxurious ones, to transform your bathroom into a five-star spa.
—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
23 June 2026
In the spring, freshen up the mulch around the roots.
—
Sj McShane,
Martha Stewart,
22 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for freshen up
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“Freshen up.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/freshen%20up. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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