as in restored
to bring back to a former condition or vigor
refreshened the wilting flowers by cutting the stems again and putting them in a vase with water
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Arkansans who rely on federal food assistance could see their benefits restored as early as next week, Janet Mann, secretary of the Arkansas Department of Human Services, told a legislative committee Thursday.—
Daniel McFadin,
Arkansas Online,
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The area increased to 80% by 2018, according to state media, after numerous buildings and city walls were restored, and 135 temporary structures inside the compound were torn down.—
Fred He,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
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The renovation introduces a collection of new social spaces, refreshed guest rooms, and buzzy culinary venues.—
Regan Stephens,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Nov. 2025
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Screens displayed the election results, periodically refreshed as onlookers awaited the most recent vote tally.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Nov. 2025
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Greene's criticism of her party and recent media appearances have revived speculation about her future.—
Khaleda Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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The shoe itself is an actual cleat with a translucent shell covering its studs, like the other boots being revived for the unreleased Cryoshot series.—
Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
6 Nov. 2025
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In a series of high-pressure, high-temperature experiments designed to mimic the fiery beginnings of a young planet, scientists recreated the extreme environment where such worlds' molten rock and hydrogen gas interact.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
10 Nov. 2025
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The Heeler family home is recreated in uncanny detail—from Bandit’s armchair to the backyard barbecue—with interactive games (led by a cheeky garden gnome named Rhonda), music, and secret nooks that delight kids and grown-ups.—
Alli Forde,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Nov. 2025
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He was expected to stay in the job, the biggest in British television, at least until the corporation renewed its operating agreement, known as its royal charter, by the end of 2027.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
9 Nov. 2025
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The charter, which gets renewed at regular intervals, defines the BBC’s purposes and governance.—
Carly Thomas,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Nov. 2025
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The Kinda Pregnant star and her husband renovated the property earlier this year; among the updates were the installation of a new slate roof as well as some refreshes in the kitchen, including the addition of a large wooden island and luxury appliances.—
India Roby,
Architectural Digest,
5 Nov. 2025
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Another source, however, disputes this and says most of the offices are still being renovated and have television sets that have yet to be mounted or plugged in.—
Tatiana Siegel,
Variety,
4 Nov. 2025
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“Refreshened.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refreshened. Accessed 19 Nov. 2025.
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