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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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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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 fresh
Chyna Blackmon, Charlotte Observer, 13 June 2025
The parade features glowing floats, favorite characters like Moana and Miguel, and dreamy lighting led by the Blue Fairy.
Expect nostalgic nods to the Main Street Electrical Parade, plus fresh sparkle with Mickey and friends in new shimmering outfits.
—Megan Dubois, Southern Living, 13 June 2025
Elizabeth Pearson, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
Its fruit is juicy and sweet, perfect for eating fresh.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
Spiritless drinks like the Jerk nod to red-drink traditions with hibiscus, lime, and ginger, while Lemon Pepper (with its blend of tequila and fresh black pepper and lemongrass) pays homage to the wings made iconic by Black Atlanta.
—Chyna Blackmon, Charlotte Observer, 13 June 2025
The parade features glowing floats, favorite characters like Moana and Miguel, and dreamy lighting led by the Blue Fairy.
Expect nostalgic nods to the Main Street Electrical Parade, plus fresh sparkle with Mickey and friends in new shimmering outfits.
—Megan Dubois, Southern Living, 13 June 2025
Noun
So next time you’re tempted to avoid an awkward conversation, take a deep breath (preferably minty-fresh) and tackle it head-on.
—Elizabeth Pearson, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
Its fruit is juicy and sweet, perfect for eating fresh.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fresh
Adjective
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Over the last two seasons, Alexander has missed 20 games due to injury, and adding him into a cornerback room that is already reeling from health issues would not be the wisest decision.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 June 2025
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Which is wiser: Spending money on more firefighting resources after wildfires break out and absorbing the extraordinary cost of damages, or investing in technologies and training to prevent wildfires from happening in the first place?—
Abhishek Singh,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
Adjective
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Experts say the easiest way to become more open is to try something new.—
Elizabeth Passarella,
New York Times,
6 June 2025
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President Donald Trump flipped Miami-Dade red for the first time since George H.W. Bush won the presidency in 1988, riding new support throughout the majority-Hispanic county.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
6 June 2025
Adjective
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Throughout their time in the villa, the Islanders are presented with a series of tests, including new bombshell contestants, Casa Amor and more.—
Francesca Gariano,
People.com,
4 June 2025
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Ironically, the story actually started with Lawrence — who created the Apple TV+ series, in addition to creating or co-creating Scrubs, Cougar Town, Ted Lasso, Shrinking, and more — praising Braff as an actor and director.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
4 June 2025
Adjective
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Designed to blend effortlessly with your favorite pieces, this stylish bag extension offers a fresh, customizable twist to elevate your everyday look.—
Essence,
Essence,
13 June 2025
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Parker, the daughter of actress Thandiwe Newton and director Ol Parker, is already the spitting image of her stylish mother, who starred in the 1998 adaptation of Toni Morrison's Beloved and the Mission: Impossible franchise.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
13 June 2025
Adjective
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Walk into the reception of the Sports Technology Institute at Loughborough University and your eyes are drawn immediately to a pristine glass cabinet on the left.—
Liam Tharme,
New York Times,
8 June 2025
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His pristine basketball sneakers were oddly bright in a room that has since receded into shadow in my memory.—
Danielle Ofri,
New Yorker,
7 June 2025
Adjective
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From the postwar period to present, perhaps no nation of carmakers has made bolder strides or wielded greater influence on manufacturers and consumers alike than Japan.—
Robert Ross,
Robb Report,
6 June 2025
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Now retired, Nouveau Chapeau is helping Charis get back to bolder colors and patterns.—
Emiene Wright,
Charlotte Observer,
6 June 2025
Adjective
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Crucially, what matters—the criteria for selection, on which continued evolution depends—also changes, plotting a wholly novel course.—
Philip Ball,
Wired News,
8 June 2025
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Finally, with homicides soaring to record levels, exasperated authorities pivoted to a novel strategy: Mexico filed a $10-billion suit in U.S. federal court seeking to have Smith & Wesson and other signature manufacturers held accountable for the country’s epidemic of shooting deaths.—
Patrick J. McDonnell,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2025
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The coalition estimates that the expansion will result in 400,000 to 500,000 additional work days.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
3 June 2025
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In total, the FCC has sent AST five emails about submitting additional details and correcting the application.—
Michael Kan,
PC Magazine,
3 June 2025
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“Fresh.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fresh. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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