recharge
verb
re·charge
(ˌ)rē-ˈchärj 
recharged; recharging; recharges
1
: to make a new attack
2
: to regain energy or spirit
3
: to become charged again : to refill with electric charge
Batteries keep our devices working throughout the day—that is, they have a high energy density—but they can take hours to recharge when they run down.—
Patrice Simon et al.
Patrice Simon et al.1
: to charge again
especially
: to restore anew the active materials in (a storage battery)
2
: to inspire or invigorate afresh : renew
Examples of recharge in a Sentence
When the computer beeps, you need to recharge the battery.
It takes about an hour for the battery to recharge.
Take a break to give yourself time to recharge.
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Nik Kowsar, Time, 2 Oct. 2025
Rather than pushing forward, take this time to heal, recharge, and prepare for what’s next.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Oct. 2025
Wool dryer balls can be recharged by washing with hot water, boiling, or exposure to sunlight.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Oct. 2025
Think twice before committing, and don’t hesitate to take a step back to recharge your batteries if needed.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for recharge
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“Recharge.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/recharge. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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