as in revived
made or become fresh in spirits or vigor
woke the next morning refreshed and ready for the day
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as in restored
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 ate
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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Recent Examples of refreshed
Sam Lee, New York Times, 29 May 2026
From an all-new band taking over Rock ’n’ Rollercoaster at Disney’s Hollywood Studios to a refreshed version of the wildest ride in the Wilderness at Magic Kingdom, this summer is a great time for families to visit Walt Disney World.
—Megan Dubois, Southern Living, 20 May 2026
Charging will be much improved with the refreshed EQS, too.
—Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge, 13 Apr. 2026
The German luxury marque has just unveiled the refreshed version of the saloon’s SUV equivalent, the GLS.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 1 Apr. 2026
The airport is in the middle of its long-term, $1 billion SDF Next Program, which includes a refreshed concourse, ticketing area and more security checkpoints.
—Leo Bertucci, Louisville Courier Journal, 5 Feb. 2026
Aside from the diamond seats—which are limited to the two highest trims—I’ve fumbled to find anything to write home about in the refreshed Pilot.
—Adam Ismail, The Drive, 29 Jan. 2026
Creative director changes in the fashion industry have been a primary driver of bringing a refreshed vision to brands and reshaping the pre-loved market.
—Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 25 Nov. 2025
Fans are also anticipating getting their first looks inside the refreshed stadium.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 22 Aug. 2025
Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2026
Now redone for Knicks fans, the shoe features a vibrant blue canvas upper accompanied by Vans’ signature checkerboard pattern refreshed in bold orange — bringing together the distinctive color combination that defines the New York team.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 8 June 2026
These formulas are packed with ingredients that help hydrate skin (all while continuing to cleanse it), and will leave you feeling refreshed, bouncy, and moisturized.
—Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 8 June 2026
As the Moon, planet of intuition, enters your sign, identity and vitality feel refreshed, and your sensitivity becomes a quiet guide rather than a drain.
—Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 June 2026
Where To Stay To mark its 20th anniversary, Four Seasons Silicon Valley refreshed its suites with soft neutrals, earthy tones, and coastal hues inspired by the landscapes that surround Silicon Valley.
—David Hochman, Forbes.com, 5 June 2026
Over the years, the 117 rooms and suites have been refreshed, the restaurant has been updated (both behind-the-scenes with a new kitchen and in the dining room, where new floors have been laid and frescoes painted), and the spa has been restyled.
—Laura Itzkowitz, Robb Report, 4 June 2026
And the hotel’s refreshed look, with fabrics designed to mimic the fronds and ferns in the lush gardens outside, is the culmination of a five-year update led by interiors expert Lulu Lytle of Soane Britain.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
City have radically refreshed their squad since the start of 2025 but with even some of those newer players already looking to move on, this could be a bigger summer than anticipated.
—Sam Lee, New York Times, 2 June 2026
Adjective
So the Pep Guardiola era is over, with a domestic double in the bag and a season that suggests a refreshed Manchester City are on the right lines.
—Sam Lee, New York Times, 29 May 2026
From an all-new band taking over Rock ’n’ Rollercoaster at Disney’s Hollywood Studios to a refreshed version of the wildest ride in the Wilderness at Magic Kingdom, this summer is a great time for families to visit Walt Disney World.
—Megan Dubois, Southern Living, 20 May 2026
Charging will be much improved with the refreshed EQS, too.
—Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge, 13 Apr. 2026
The German luxury marque has just unveiled the refreshed version of the saloon’s SUV equivalent, the GLS.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 1 Apr. 2026
The airport is in the middle of its long-term, $1 billion SDF Next Program, which includes a refreshed concourse, ticketing area and more security checkpoints.
—Leo Bertucci, Louisville Courier Journal, 5 Feb. 2026
Aside from the diamond seats—which are limited to the two highest trims—I’ve fumbled to find anything to write home about in the refreshed Pilot.
—Adam Ismail, The Drive, 29 Jan. 2026
Creative director changes in the fashion industry have been a primary driver of bringing a refreshed vision to brands and reshaping the pre-loved market.
—Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 25 Nov. 2025
Fans are also anticipating getting their first looks inside the refreshed stadium.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 22 Aug. 2025
Verb
Moreover, Starlink satellites have a useful life of only five years, meaning that the fleet has to be refreshed more often than the average American household replaces the family car, at untold expense in research and development and launches.
—Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2026
Now redone for Knicks fans, the shoe features a vibrant blue canvas upper accompanied by Vans’ signature checkerboard pattern refreshed in bold orange — bringing together the distinctive color combination that defines the New York team.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 8 June 2026
These formulas are packed with ingredients that help hydrate skin (all while continuing to cleanse it), and will leave you feeling refreshed, bouncy, and moisturized.
—Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 8 June 2026
As the Moon, planet of intuition, enters your sign, identity and vitality feel refreshed, and your sensitivity becomes a quiet guide rather than a drain.
—Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 June 2026
Where To Stay To mark its 20th anniversary, Four Seasons Silicon Valley refreshed its suites with soft neutrals, earthy tones, and coastal hues inspired by the landscapes that surround Silicon Valley.
—David Hochman, Forbes.com, 5 June 2026
Over the years, the 117 rooms and suites have been refreshed, the restaurant has been updated (both behind-the-scenes with a new kitchen and in the dining room, where new floors have been laid and frescoes painted), and the spa has been restyled.
—Laura Itzkowitz, Robb Report, 4 June 2026
And the hotel’s refreshed look, with fabrics designed to mimic the fronds and ferns in the lush gardens outside, is the culmination of a five-year update led by interiors expert Lulu Lytle of Soane Britain.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
City have radically refreshed their squad since the start of 2025 but with even some of those newer players already looking to move on, this could be a bigger summer than anticipated.
—Sam Lee, New York Times, 2 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for refreshed
Adjective
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If the revived 883 Sportster is one, what’s the other?—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
11 May 2026
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The revived Taste of Minnesota will return to downtown Minneapolis for the fourth year on July 3 and 4.—
Ross Raihala,
Twin Cities,
11 May 2026
Verb
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The status of the funding for the Black Student Achievement Plan was confusing enough that district communications staff on Tuesday night were unable to confirm whether all the funding had been restored.—
Howard Blume,
Los Angeles Times,
17 June 2026
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Veteran substitute Arnautovic appeared to have restored Austria’s lead in the 67th minute from a goalmouth scramble, but that was ruled out as Stefan Posch handled in the area.—
Charlotte Harpur,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
Verb
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Both competitors ate 59 hot dogs in 10 minutes, prompting officials to initiate a sudden-death eat-off — the first in the event’s history.—
Jordan Greene,
People.com,
4 July 2025
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In the 1950s, the average American ate around 135 pounds of red meat each year compared to about 67 pounds now, according to the USDA.—
Keith Pandolfi,
The Enquirer,
3 July 2025
Adjective
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After a sharp first half, Texans quarterback CJ Stroud was out of sorts and uncomfortable, repeatedly fleeing the pocket to escape an energized Chris Jones and sailing every other throw.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
8 Dec. 2025
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The writing process backstage has been a really good way to stay energized.—
Andrea Lavinthal,
PEOPLE,
3 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Veteran Milwaukee soul band the Esquires is also mentioned and portrayed in the film, and Lightning & Thunder's most famous gig is recreated — an opening set for Pearl Jam in town, at Eddie Vedder's request.—
Piet Levy,
jsonline.com,
2 Dec. 2025
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The float recreated the Hawkins National Laboratory, with smoke and lighting effects setting the scene for a massive Demogorgon breakout.—
Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
27 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The 22-mile-long, 12-mile-wide snow-fed lake holds 40 trillion gallons of water and is surrounded by 72 miles of shoreline.—
Alia Beard Rau,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
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Like dogs and cats, carnivorous plants can be fed and watered.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
10 June 2026
Adjective
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During the renewed investigation, police returned to the 1800 block of Clarke Boulevard and used radar to search for new leads in the disappearance.—
JT Moodee Lockman,
CBS News,
22 Apr. 2026
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Increasing awareness about nutritional issues and problems caused by climate change have spurred renewed interest in fonio as an alternative to popular grains such as rice and wheat in the 21st century.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
27 Mar. 2026
Verb
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In Nuuk, Horn dined multiple times with Pele Broberg, the head of the Naleraq Party.—
Ben Taub,
New Yorker,
15 June 2026
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The party then continued with a reception in the sumptuous halls of Palazzo Gangi, with catering from Osteria dei Vespri, a venue in Piazza Croce dei Vespri where the couple had dined last summer.—
Stefania Conrieri,
Vanity Fair,
6 June 2026
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“Refreshed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refreshed. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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