as in to rebuild
to make improvements or repairs to (something, such as a building)
They are refurbishing the old house. They sell refurbished computers.
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Recent Examples of refurbish
The booster used Tuesday previously launched on Starship's seventh test flight in January before it was caught back at the launch pad and refurbished for another space shot.
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ArsTechnica, 28 May 2025
This model is quality refurbished, meaning it’s been inspected, cleaned, and tested to work like new.
—New Atlas, 28 May 2025
These operators pay artisans and specialized mechanics top dollar to maintain and refurbish the century-old rides, all in an effort to preserve their original design and craftsmanship.
—Christopher Cann, USA Today, 26 May 2025
SpaceX has so far safely recovered three Super Heavy boosters after launch with the goal of refurbishing and reusing the rocket parts to drive down costs.
—Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 22 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for refurbish
ArsTechnica, 28 May 2025
This model is quality refurbished, meaning it’s been inspected, cleaned, and tested to work like new.
—New Atlas, 28 May 2025
These operators pay artisans and specialized mechanics top dollar to maintain and refurbish the century-old rides, all in an effort to preserve their original design and craftsmanship.
—Christopher Cann, USA Today, 26 May 2025
SpaceX has so far safely recovered three Super Heavy boosters after launch with the goal of refurbishing and reusing the rocket parts to drive down costs.
—Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 22 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for refurbish
Recent Examples of Synonyms for refurbish
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Any serious proposals to rebuild and stabilize the African American community must include the Black church at the table.—
Willie Wilson,
Chicago Tribune,
5 June 2025
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His approach was patient and decisive, allow the company as a whole to rebuild trust and achieve significant financial growth.—
David Villa,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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The town’s oldest inn was recently renovated, opening for the 2025 season in May with interiors designed by neighborhood-favorite Goods Ogunquit.—
Jacqueline Dole,
Travel + Leisure,
15 June 2025
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Roh paid another $5,000 to renovate her cobbling workshop.—
Megan Sauer
Valentina Duarte,
CNBC,
13 June 2025
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The vehicles are equipped with 2.5L HEV or PHEV engines repaired incorrectly under recall 23V380.—
Natalie Neysa Alund,
USA Today,
4 June 2025
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Cell division is how the body repairs itself from any damage.1617 Zinc contributes to essential functions such as DNA and RNA synthesis and protein formation.—
Melissa Nieves,
Verywell Health,
4 June 2025
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“Refurbish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refurbish. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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