as in novelty
the quality or appeal of being new
the freshness of that teacher's approach makes his classes fun and interesting
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Recent Examples of freshness
The Best Way To Store Zucchini While zucchini is best kept in the refrigerator at 41-degrees Fahrenheit, there are other steps to maintain the freshness of your product at home.
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Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2026
To capture that essence of freshness, the products are currently only delivered direct to consumer in the Bay Area.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 13 Mar. 2026
Fruit is hand-harvested and meticulously sorted in small lots, preserving freshness and precision before fermentation even begins.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 13 Mar. 2026
And, like other similar items, freshness can affect its performance and taste.
—Hannah Lee Leidy, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 Mar. 2026
Wash decorative pillows, duvet covers, and bed skirts regularly to remove dust, pet hair, and allergens, maintaining freshness and hygiene.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Mar. 2026
L’Iris is a gorgeous iteration, drawing out the tender green freshness of iris alongside feminine neroli and jasmine petals.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 9 Mar. 2026
Whole-body deodorants have become increasingly popular, providing all-day freshness for every part of your body.
—ABC News, 3 Mar. 2026
Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2026
To capture that essence of freshness, the products are currently only delivered direct to consumer in the Bay Area.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 13 Mar. 2026
Fruit is hand-harvested and meticulously sorted in small lots, preserving freshness and precision before fermentation even begins.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 13 Mar. 2026
And, like other similar items, freshness can affect its performance and taste.
—Hannah Lee Leidy, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 Mar. 2026
Wash decorative pillows, duvet covers, and bed skirts regularly to remove dust, pet hair, and allergens, maintaining freshness and hygiene.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Mar. 2026
L’Iris is a gorgeous iteration, drawing out the tender green freshness of iris alongside feminine neroli and jasmine petals.
—Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 9 Mar. 2026
Whole-body deodorants have become increasingly popular, providing all-day freshness for every part of your body.
—ABC News, 3 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for freshness
Noun
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Staff encourage guests to skip novelty drinks in favor of classic Irish flavors.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
17 Mar. 2026
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Some are purely for the novelty and eco-friendly message, while others are for the unique look of hemp fabrics.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
17 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The energy of youth and the newness of the group — not to mention a lighter air and reinvigoration for some returning coaches, who feel freer and more heard under Stammen than Shildt — has made for fun banter during drills and live batting practice sessions.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Mar. 2026
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Shimmer infusions offered a sense of newness.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
2 Mar. 2026
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“Freshness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/freshness. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026.
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