1
as in mint
being in an original and unused or unspoiled state
the restaurant uses only really fresh ingredients in all of its dishes
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2
as in wise
displaying or marked by rude boldness
if you are fresh with the art teacher, she'll give you a detention immediately
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3
as in new
not known or experienced before
a fresh look at the situation
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as in more
resulting in an increase in amount or number
she's making fresh changes on top of the existing ones
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as in stylish
slang
being in the latest or current fashion
those are some fresh threads you have on, man!
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as in runoff
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Recent Examples of fresh
Jason Ma, Fortune, 5 Apr. 2026
Sprinkle with fresh cilantro and serve with tortilla chips.
—Elizabeth Nelson, Southern Living, 5 Apr. 2026
Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2026
Brewu will not only get to play for Partridge at Notre Dame, but he will also be coached by an assistant fresh off a valuable two years in the NFL.
—Pete Sampson, New York Times, 19 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
As prices continue to spiral higher while the war boosts demand for cash, long lines formed to withdraw the fresh banknotes, and supplies quickly ran out.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 5 Apr. 2026
Sprinkle with fresh cilantro and serve with tortilla chips.
—Elizabeth Nelson, Southern Living, 5 Apr. 2026
Noun
While traditional spices like cumin and chili powder bring in the flavor, cilantro and lime juice keep the dish fresh.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2026
Brewu will not only get to play for Partridge at Notre Dame, but he will also be coached by an assistant fresh off a valuable two years in the NFL.
—Pete Sampson, New York Times, 19 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fresh
Adjective
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The Reds have been a pleasant surprise in the Eastern Conference of MLS and are comfortably in the mix of top east teams, standings wise.—
Braidon Nourse,
Denver Post,
4 Apr. 2026
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Flavor-wise, both the Molten Lava Cake and Strawberry Burst were pleasant, but less singularly memorable than the Cinnamon Caramel Pop-Tart.—
Joseph Erbentraut,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Even the more politically active class of nonprofits — 501(c)(4) groups, like the relatively new American Hunters and Anglers — can’t make political activity its primary activity.—
Natalie Krebs,
Outdoor Life,
3 Apr. 2026
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The Colorado Rockies are rolling out a lineup of new food offerings ahead of Opening Day, featuring everything from oversized hot dogs to inventive twists on classic ballpark staples.—
Jasmine Arenas,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The ability to land more partners in the United States could be another box checked for Detroit.—
Hailey Salvian,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2026
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While your brave nature prefers fast outcomes, letting ideas mature in private should put you in a position to act with more confidence in a positive outcome.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
8 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Diaper cakes may not sound sophisticated, but there are several stylish options that make great centerpieces.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
3 Apr. 2026
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Faux vintage and synthetic materials are also no longer stylish.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
3 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The pumps pulled seventeen million gallons of stormwater off the streets, and the new blue-and-green infrastructure absorbed runoff to alleviate pressure on the pipes.—
Eric Klinenberg,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2026
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Whomever is successful in Georgia's runoff will head to Washington to start the job.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
6 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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When fields are often littered with the decay of city life, this field is pristine.—
Joe Dwinell,
Boston Herald,
5 Apr. 2026
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Spring for the protective cover to ensure your piece stays pristine in the years to come.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
3 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Expect bold, comforting flavors with a punk twist that always deliver unexpected food.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Apr. 2026
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Share a bold idea with a mentor, then take a clear first step, even if certain aspects of your plan must wait for timing or budget reasons.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
6 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Only a fraction of the human genome is involved in making antibodies, and yet the potential of this section to recombine in novel ways is almost limitless.—
Jerome Groopman,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2026
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Netflix picked up the first two seasons of Sullivan’s Crossing two months later, introducing a broader audience to the show based on the best-selling novel series by Robyn Carr.—
Emily Blackwood,
PEOPLE,
4 Apr. 2026
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“Fresh.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fresh. Accessed 8 Apr. 2026.
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