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
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
Up front, there’s a refreshed take on the iconic Singleframe grille, with new Matrix-design LED lighting and those four Audi rings now positioned higher and more prominent.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 19 Nov. 2025
Fans are also anticipating getting their first looks inside the refreshed stadium.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 22 Aug. 2025
Each year, Indiana Landmarks releases the list to advocate for the sites in hope of educating people and attracting developers, individuals and organizations to contribute financially and help these buildings find a refreshed purpose.
—Domenica Bongiovanni, IndyStar, 21 Aug. 2025
Tim Boyle/Getty Images What To Know Cracker Barrel announced a refreshed restaurant model and partnership with country music artist Jordan Davis alongside its new fall lineup.
—Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Aug. 2025
Melissa Repko, CNBC, 4 Mar. 2026
The solution bundles a range of technical and content capabilities, from playback infrastructure and audience retention tools to monetization options, AI-powered subtitling and commerce features, all paired with COL’s regularly refreshed slate of titles.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 4 Mar. 2026
The crying refreshed me somehow, and that was enough.
—Literary Hub, 4 Mar. 2026
Having identified growth opportunities that are better aligned with Lee’s refreshed marketing and opportunities to optimize distribution in Europe and Asia, the exec said Lee is positioned for a return to revenue growth in the second half of 2026.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 3 Mar. 2026
With a jaw-on-the-floor level of biodiversity—made even more impressive by the country’s relatively small land mass—you’ll return home feeling refreshed and spiritually restored.
—Natalie Hammond, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Mar. 2026
When the show arrived at the Orpheum last November, it came refreshed and redesigned but glitzy as ever, with the chandelier swinging above and the orchestra swelling below.
—Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 3 Mar. 2026
Capital plans include opening 30 new stores and remodeling 130 existing locations, many of which have not been refreshed in a decade, executives said.
—CBS News, 3 Mar. 2026
The rebrand comes as the from scratch kitchen of Wood-n-Tap is investing in menu, innovation, cocktail programs, refreshed interiors and guest experiences.
—Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 27 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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
Up front, there’s a refreshed take on the iconic Singleframe grille, with new Matrix-design LED lighting and those four Audi rings now positioned higher and more prominent.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 19 Nov. 2025
Fans are also anticipating getting their first looks inside the refreshed stadium.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 22 Aug. 2025
Each year, Indiana Landmarks releases the list to advocate for the sites in hope of educating people and attracting developers, individuals and organizations to contribute financially and help these buildings find a refreshed purpose.
—Domenica Bongiovanni, IndyStar, 21 Aug. 2025
Tim Boyle/Getty Images What To Know Cracker Barrel announced a refreshed restaurant model and partnership with country music artist Jordan Davis alongside its new fall lineup.
—Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Aug. 2025
Verb
Some of those refreshed closet staples are starting to hit store shelves and Target’s website.
—Melissa Repko, CNBC, 4 Mar. 2026
The solution bundles a range of technical and content capabilities, from playback infrastructure and audience retention tools to monetization options, AI-powered subtitling and commerce features, all paired with COL’s regularly refreshed slate of titles.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 4 Mar. 2026
The crying refreshed me somehow, and that was enough.
—Literary Hub, 4 Mar. 2026
Having identified growth opportunities that are better aligned with Lee’s refreshed marketing and opportunities to optimize distribution in Europe and Asia, the exec said Lee is positioned for a return to revenue growth in the second half of 2026.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 3 Mar. 2026
With a jaw-on-the-floor level of biodiversity—made even more impressive by the country’s relatively small land mass—you’ll return home feeling refreshed and spiritually restored.
—Natalie Hammond, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Mar. 2026
When the show arrived at the Orpheum last November, it came refreshed and redesigned but glitzy as ever, with the chandelier swinging above and the orchestra swelling below.
—Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 3 Mar. 2026
Capital plans include opening 30 new stores and remodeling 130 existing locations, many of which have not been refreshed in a decade, executives said.
—CBS News, 3 Mar. 2026
The rebrand comes as the from scratch kitchen of Wood-n-Tap is investing in menu, innovation, cocktail programs, refreshed interiors and guest experiences.
—Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 27 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for refreshed
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The revived flight will operate on a Boeing 757 and will feature Delta One lie-flat seats.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
9 Feb. 2026
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The next front in the revived 2026 budget battle could be back in the City Council, where an aldermanic majority has cried foul over Johnson splitting in half an advance payment to the city’s woefully underfunded public pensions — a major sticking point in last year’s negotiations.—
Alice Yin,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Feb. 2026
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But efforts to replenish herds at Yellowstone and other refuges have restored wild herds.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
3 Mar. 2026
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With a jaw-on-the-floor level of biodiversity—made even more impressive by the country’s relatively small land mass—you’ll return home feeling refreshed and spiritually restored.—
Natalie Hammond,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 Mar. 2026
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On one day in late December, Eden barely ate all day.—
Angela Andaloro,
People.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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While neither is an effective big league pitcher at this point, those moves ate into the Yankees’ limited rotation depth.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
4 Aug. 2025
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Marks said voters seemed very energized.—
Rachel Royster
Updated March 3,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Mar. 2026
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People feel energized because there is clarity on where we’re headed.—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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Detailed simulations showcased that photoelectric feedback discharges can be recreated inside small solid blocks in a lab setting.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Mar. 2026
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It was recreated by production designer Alex DiGerlando for Ryan Murphy's Love Story.—
Emma Banks,
InStyle,
5 Mar. 2026
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Terraces have built-in, hot spring-fed pools and all face over the canopy below, to the Arenal volcano.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 Mar. 2026
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Your family will feel fed for the better part of the day.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
4 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Banking, utilities, and industrials have all seen renewed momentum.—
Krysta Escobar,
CNBC,
30 Jan. 2026
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Durbin believes the science is strong enough to attract renewed interest.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
29 Dec. 2025
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Inside the restaurant, even in this offseason, the small space was full; a few dined alfresco, unbothered by the crisp evening air.—
Vic O'Sullivan,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Mar. 2026
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The team chartered into Miami on a flight from Italy on Monday, and then dined together in Miami Beach and visited a nightclub where hundreds of fans clamored to get inside.—
Darlene Superville,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Feb. 2026
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“Refreshed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refreshed. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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