refreshing
adjective
re·fresh·ing
ri-ˈfre-shiŋ 
: serving to refresh
especially
: agreeably stimulating because of freshness or newness
a refreshing change of pace
Examples of refreshing in a Sentence
Working on the new project was a refreshing change.
It is refreshing to hear some good news about him.
a refreshing glass of cold water
My swim was very refreshing.
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Monti Carlo, AJC.com, 3 Apr. 2026
Spray dry toilet paper with cleansing, soothing and refreshing Pristine to create an instant wet wipe that is actually flushable and safe for your sewer and septic systems.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 3 Apr. 2026
Set the scene Soaring at 1,000 feet above sea level on the St James hills, just a 10-minute drive from the heat and bustle of the west coast’s towns and beaches, Apes Hill offers a refreshing breeze and views of both the Caribbean and Atlantic.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Apr. 2026
The mint julep is simple, refreshing, and perfect for bourbon cocktail lovers.
—Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for refreshing
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“Refreshing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/refreshing. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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refreshing
adjective
re·fresh·ing
ri-ˈfresh-iŋ
: serving to refresh
especially
: pleasing because of freshness or newness
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