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as in to restore
to bring back to a former condition or vigor
brought out some iced tea to refresh the spirits of the folks working out in the sun
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as in to eat
to take a meal
we were looking for a family-friendly restaurant where we could sit down and refresh before continuing
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Dom Luszczyszyn, New York Times, 8 Mar. 2026
The 2026 Studio Display, meanwhile, is an incremental upgrade to its 2022 predecessor, refreshing the ports and webcam features but not much else.
—Tony Hoffman, PC Magazine, 8 Mar. 2026
Turn your patio into a gathering space while refreshing your outdoor aesthetic with the pieces’ rustic yet refined look—now up to 20% off.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Mar. 2026
Whatever the final design choice, E Ink doesn’t use much power, produces minimal heat, and can hold static content without needing to constantly refresh so should be too much of a drain on the laptop's battery.
—New Atlas, 6 Mar. 2026
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Dom Luszczyszyn, New York Times, 8 Mar. 2026
The 2026 Studio Display, meanwhile, is an incremental upgrade to its 2022 predecessor, refreshing the ports and webcam features but not much else.
—Tony Hoffman, PC Magazine, 8 Mar. 2026
Turn your patio into a gathering space while refreshing your outdoor aesthetic with the pieces’ rustic yet refined look—now up to 20% off.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Mar. 2026
Whatever the final design choice, E Ink doesn’t use much power, produces minimal heat, and can hold static content without needing to constantly refresh so should be too much of a drain on the laptop's battery.
—New Atlas, 6 Mar. 2026
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But shipping experts say the complex and costly measure wouldn’t restore normal traffic quickly.—
Amena Bakr,
semafor.com,
9 Mar. 2026
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Tee Pee Drive-In, also near Tulsa, has been lovingly restored by new owners, who added a chrome concession truck serving foot-long corn dogs and strawberry-blonde cocktails.—
Zoey Goto,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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In Queens, check out the art at MoMA PS1 or spend an afternoon eating your way through Astoria or Flushing, known for standout Greek and Chinese cuisine, respectively.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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Many studies suggest that eating breakfast earlier may help regulate blood sugar.—
Merve Ceylan,
Health,
8 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The race could revive a pandemic-era rivalry between Kiley and Pan, who tussled over vaccine and public health rules while serving in the state Legislature.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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The Iran conflict has muddied expectations of imminent US Federal Reserve rate cuts, with rising oil prices reviving inflation fears and forcing investors to reassess how quickly the Fed can ease policy.—
Tiisetso Motsoeneng,
semafor.com,
9 Mar. 2026
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The lawsuit says that construction to the warehouse could cause sediment runoff and pollution to nearby Semple Run, a stream that feeds into the Conococheague Creek and ultimately the Potomac River.—
Adam Thompson,
CBS News,
11 Mar. 2026
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Leonard, who has played with several talented point guards during a Hall-of-Fame-caliber career, is delighted to have a young playmaker, someone who can feed him the ball, play with pace and create catch-and-shoot opportunities.—
Janis Carr,
Oc Register,
10 Mar. 2026
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In fact, McCarthy’s scalp hunters dine with Zuloaga (a real historical figure) and, at one point, ride into Janos.—
Carolina A. Miranda,
The Atlantic,
5 Mar. 2026
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Here is some of the latest in dining news from across San Diego County, as well as some upcoming events for foodies.—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Mar. 2026
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The county also has the first option to renew the contract for a second five-year period.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
10 Mar. 2026
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After fleeting success under Finley, the school will renew its quest to produce a winning women’s basketball program in a conference featuring national championship programs from LSU, South Carolina and Tennessee.—
Edgar Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
9 Mar. 2026
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“Refresh.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refresh. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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