as in restorative
having a renewing effect on the state of the body or mind
the cool wind off the ocean is refreshing on such a hot day
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as in restoring
to bring back to a former condition or vigor
brought out some iced tea to refresh the spirits of the folks working out in the sun
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as in eating
to take a meal
we were looking for a family-friendly restaurant where we could sit down and refresh before continuing
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Recent Examples of refreshing
Joaquin Ruiz,
Los Angeles Times,
30 June 2026
The slight tingling and cooling sensation that the rosemary oil creates is also quite refreshing.
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Dana Oliver,
Parents,
30 June 2026
Emma Ashe,
The Spruce,
22 June 2026
Scent pods can be also purchased separately for refreshing the garments.
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Maryna Holovnova,
New Atlas,
20 June 2026
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Adjective
Besides free agency opening on Tuesday, the timing does add up for Leonard’s trade, as Clippers president of basketball operations Lawrence Frank has steered the franchise through a refreshing youth movement over the past year.
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Joaquin Ruiz,
Los Angeles Times,
30 June 2026
The slight tingling and cooling sensation that the rosemary oil creates is also quite refreshing.
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Dana Oliver,
Parents,
30 June 2026
Verb
Just like years’ past, the event is sure to be a big one, especially for refreshing your home mid-summer.
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Emma Ashe,
The Spruce,
22 June 2026
Scent pods can be also purchased separately for refreshing the garments.
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Maryna Holovnova,
New Atlas,
20 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for refreshing
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But mostly, this trek through emotionally rocky territory is a solitary mission, and Marina’s navigation of it gives Romería its quiet, restorative power.
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Given how scarring those early eliminations were at Russia 2018 and Qatar 2022, their advancement alone has some restorative worth.
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The founder of the family safety app Life360 has spent millions buying and restoring historic properties in the town through a nonprofit called the Good Luck Fund.
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His mother began paying taxes in 1993 after public outrage at the cost of restoring Windsor Castle following a devastating fire the previous year.
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Winners of the Nathan’s Famous hot dog eating contest have eaten a total of 2,541 famous franks, give or take a few, since the contest began in 1982.
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This can include water features with turtles or frogs, bird feeders that attract insect-eating birds like cardinals and chickadees, or keeping chickens.
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However, once the moon slips into Aquarius, the atmosphere takes on a more cerebral, independent and mentally stimulating vibe.
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Instead, the stimulating ingredient added to the product is causing the symptoms.
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And the coupon hunt is reviving the nostalgia of print coupons as old-school bargain-hunting culture has made its way to the internet.
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The clip became fresh ammunition for critics of MMA's weight-cut culture, reviving calls for tighter fight-week monitoring, rehydration limits, or additional weight classes.
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Think ostrich feather chandeliers, dining nooks flanked with red velvet curtains, and stripes everywhere.
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Guests can also enjoy thoughtfully paired food and wine experiences at the estate restaurant, with the option of dining indoors or on the scenic outdoor patio overlooking the vineyards.
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Each pack comes with six pairs of patches, and the cooling sensation would feel even more rejuvenating if kept in the refrigerator.
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Once the Minions stumble into Hollywood, the film pays homage to early slapstick cinema, recreating scenes made famous by Buster Keaton, Charlie Chaplin and Harold Lloyd.
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Persons recreating outdoors, or in campgrounds, should consider seeking sturdy shelter until this storm passes.
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“Refreshing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refreshing. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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