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as in restoring
to bring back to a former condition or vigor
that extended vacation completely recharged my interest in my job
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as in reviving
to bring back to life, practice, or activity
the collision has recharged efforts to make the warning mechanisms at railroad crossings idiotproof
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Recent Examples of recharging
Energy density determines how long a system can operate before recharging, while power density determines how quickly that energy can be delivered.
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Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 16 June 2026
The company said the risk is reduced when the battery charge level is depleted, so owners should refrain from recharging until the issue is fixed.
—Bloomberg, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
Ali Larter is recharging with a makeup-free selfie and some family time.
—Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 27 May 2026
The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) introduced new specifications in March this year which saw power banks limited to two per person and a ban on recharging them from in-seat power outlets during flights.
—Barry Collins, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
That affects stream flow, soil moisture and the amount of water sinking into the ground and recharging aquifers.
—David Boutt, The Conversation, 26 May 2026
This process goes from unboxing the item all the way to turning it off and recharging it for the next use.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 25 May 2026
The centerpiece is the Grotto Pool, a sprawling tropical pool complete with waterfalls, a cave-like rock grotto, and a waterslide—and if your idea of a perfect pool day is recharging away from the noise, there's a lap pool on the property too.
—Jacqueline Dole, Southern Living, 22 May 2026
Timing the electrical boost and recharging is the key to tactical racing.
—ABC News, 8 May 2026
Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 16 June 2026
The company said the risk is reduced when the battery charge level is depleted, so owners should refrain from recharging until the issue is fixed.
—Bloomberg, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
Ali Larter is recharging with a makeup-free selfie and some family time.
—Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 27 May 2026
The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) introduced new specifications in March this year which saw power banks limited to two per person and a ban on recharging them from in-seat power outlets during flights.
—Barry Collins, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
That affects stream flow, soil moisture and the amount of water sinking into the ground and recharging aquifers.
—David Boutt, The Conversation, 26 May 2026
This process goes from unboxing the item all the way to turning it off and recharging it for the next use.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 25 May 2026
The centerpiece is the Grotto Pool, a sprawling tropical pool complete with waterfalls, a cave-like rock grotto, and a waterslide—and if your idea of a perfect pool day is recharging away from the noise, there's a lap pool on the property too.
—Jacqueline Dole, Southern Living, 22 May 2026
Timing the electrical boost and recharging is the key to tactical racing.
—ABC News, 8 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for recharging
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Last week, Hungary lifted its veto on beginning Ukraine’s accession process after weeks of negotiations with Kyiv on restoring minority rights for ethnic Hungarians in western Ukraine.—
Justin Spike,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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Connectivity As Emergency Infrastructure For Abe Diaz, Amazon’s head of disaster relief, restoring communications is a prerequisite for effective response.—
Monica Sanders,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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Now, however, the Archaeological Park of Pompeii, in collaboration with the University of Padua, has taken the idea of reviving ancient history a step further—using artificial intelligence.—
Margherita Bassi,
Popular Science,
18 June 2026
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On a macroeconomic scale, economists like Gabriel Zucman warn that this unprecedented consolidation of capital from the AI boom threatens democratic stability by reviving levels of extreme wealth inequality not seen since the last century.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
12 June 2026
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Eight days obsessively refreshing the portal.—
Zoey Lyttle,
PEOPLE,
12 June 2026
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Give it a facelift by refreshing the grout and using interesting paint colors nearby.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 June 2026
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Since then, the editing capability of CRISPR has been tested on everything from developing disease treatments to engineering drought-resistant crops to resurrecting genes of extinct species.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
11 June 2026
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In early May, Johnson visited Springfield and, seemingly out of nowhere, raised the prospect of resurrecting the lakefront stadium plan and saying Chicago’s 2024 plan never got a fair hearing in the state capitol.—
Robert McCoppin,
Chicago Tribune,
5 June 2026
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Crafted in white gold, the necklace was adorned with a pavé of blue and light blue sapphires, Paraiba tourmalines and diamonds — all brilliant-cut — recreating the depth and movement of the water.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
11 June 2026
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In 2020, Ramírez reunited with Jon Heder for a Burger King commercial, recreating their iconic cafeteria scene to promote BK's cheesy tots.—
Danny Horn,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 June 2026
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Israeli strikes hit several towns in southern Lebanon on Saturday morning local time, killing at least five people, Lebanese state-run National News Agency reported, despite Israel and Hezbollah renewing their truce Friday.—
Caitlin Danaher,
CNN Money,
20 June 2026
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Now, an inquiry into why a B-52 Stratofortress crashed Monday shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Fore Base, killing eight, is renewing questions about the 70-year-old planes, their purpose in the rapidly modernizing military landscape and their future.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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Pattern’s Hydration Shampoo is a creamy cleanser that washes away buildup while replenishing moisture.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
19 June 2026
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Not replenishing with fluids can lead to dehydration.—
Mary Kekatos,
ABC News,
18 June 2026
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“Recharging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recharging. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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