as in to restore
to bring back to a former condition or vigor
cool glasses of lemonade freshened us after a day of hard work outside
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Recent Examples of freshen
Now, the all-new U.S. tour, which has freshened the title without removing its traditional appeal, is focused on a new generation of families.
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Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 15 July 2025
Alternatively, try a trendy mouthwash from Moon that freshens and whitens at the same time, without the use of fluoride or alcohol.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 11 July 2025
This pink toothpaste works over time to remove stains (and prevent them), whiten teeth, prevent cavities, and freshen your breath.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 10 July 2025
Brushing your tongue helps freshen your breath and remove bacteria.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 19 May 2025
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Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 15 July 2025
Alternatively, try a trendy mouthwash from Moon that freshens and whitens at the same time, without the use of fluoride or alcohol.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 11 July 2025
This pink toothpaste works over time to remove stains (and prevent them), whiten teeth, prevent cavities, and freshen your breath.
—Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 10 July 2025
Brushing your tongue helps freshen your breath and remove bacteria.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 19 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for freshen
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These ingredients reflect a growing shift in pet wellness away from simply slowing joint deterioration and toward rebuilding comfort, restoring flexibility, and reducing inflammation at the source.—
Lyssanoel Frater,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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McDonald's framed the move as a broader push to restore lower price points across its menus after rolling out McValue and other promotions earlier this year.—
Ben Kelly,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
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Vogue’s senior beauty shopping writer Kiana Murden has been hooked on it since her first trial—using it to not only remove traces of foundation, but also refresh her skin in the morning.—
Iman Balagam,
Vogue,
3 Sep. 2025
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Painting a room can be a quick and inexpensive way to refresh your space.—
Miranda Silva,
Architectural Digest,
3 Sep. 2025
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From there, the comedy grows naturally out of the quirks and challenges of trying to revive a struggling newsroom.—
Andy Meek,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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So quick, so dangerous in the final third and surely so motivated to revive his career in a World Cup year.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
2 Sep. 2025
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The second season, however, failed to make the list in all three regions with no decision yet made on whether to renew for Season 3.—
Jack Royston,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
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The sweet tween series has already been renewed for a third season.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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Trinity Church plans to relocate to its original location in North Miami after renovating the original building.—
Lauren Costantino,
Miami Herald,
2 Sep. 2025
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The residence is reportedly is reportedly being renovated according to Prince William and Kate Middleton’s specifications, with new shrubs being planted and a metal fence with black mesh privacy screens being placed around the front of the home to ensure privacy for their family.—
Lea Veloso,
StyleCaster,
2 Sep. 2025
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“Freshen.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/freshen. Accessed 5 Sep. 2025.
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