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
On the street, strangers beamed at her round cheeks and blue eyes, and at me, happily implicated in her freshness.
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Daniel Smith, The Atlantic, 27 Feb. 2026
Learn more about the shelf life of this housekeeping essential, along with tips for extending its freshness.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Feb. 2026
Consistently addressing these high-touch, high-moisture areas can significantly reduce bacteria and improve overall freshness.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 27 Feb. 2026
Serious support coupled with crisp, icy freshness.
—Nina Derwin, Glamour, 27 Feb. 2026
Spring falls squarely within the warm undertone family, defined by clarity, freshness, and light.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 26 Feb. 2026
Sliced green olives add a complementary brininess, and a sprinkle of parsley finishes the dish with grassy freshness.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Feb. 2026
The stores were rated based on categories like quality and freshness of meat and produce, cleanliness, store layout and speed of the checkout process.
—Julianna Duennes Russ, Austin American Statesman, 24 Feb. 2026
The index rates the grocery stores on numerous categories, including quality and freshness of meat and produce, speed of checkout process and the layout and cleanliness of stores.
—Michelle Del Rey, USA TODAY, 24 Feb. 2026
Daniel Smith, The Atlantic, 27 Feb. 2026
Learn more about the shelf life of this housekeeping essential, along with tips for extending its freshness.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Feb. 2026
Consistently addressing these high-touch, high-moisture areas can significantly reduce bacteria and improve overall freshness.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 27 Feb. 2026
Serious support coupled with crisp, icy freshness.
—Nina Derwin, Glamour, 27 Feb. 2026
Spring falls squarely within the warm undertone family, defined by clarity, freshness, and light.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 26 Feb. 2026
Sliced green olives add a complementary brininess, and a sprinkle of parsley finishes the dish with grassy freshness.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Feb. 2026
The stores were rated based on categories like quality and freshness of meat and produce, cleanliness, store layout and speed of the checkout process.
—Julianna Duennes Russ, Austin American Statesman, 24 Feb. 2026
The index rates the grocery stores on numerous categories, including quality and freshness of meat and produce, speed of checkout process and the layout and cleanliness of stores.
—Michelle Del Rey, USA TODAY, 24 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for freshness
Noun
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At the same time, however, gummies were seen as a novelty rather than a serious method of taking vitamins, minerals and supplements (VMS).—
Gretchen Wittenmyer-Stone,
Miami Herald,
26 Feb. 2026
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These placements reflect confidence in the brand’s relevance and staying power, positioning Aurélien alongside houses known for long-term credibility rather than short-term novelty.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
26 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Hydration Hugs isn’t the only element of newness in Atkin’s life as of late.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
27 Feb. 2026
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The newness extends to the Lyric Opera itself.—
Dan Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
25 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Freshness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/freshness. Accessed 1 Mar. 2026.
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