as in restorative
having a renewing effect on the state of the body or mind
the cool wind off the ocean is refreshing on such a hot day
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as in restoring
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 eating
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 refreshing
Janice Neumann, Chicago Tribune, 27 Jan. 2026
But whether the darkness is oppressive or peaceful, and whether the cold is biting or refreshing, depends, in part, on our mindset.
—Kari Leibowitz, CNBC, 27 Jan. 2026
Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Nov. 2025
So Brock lightened key spaces, refreshing a powder room and replacing light fixtures.
—Keith Flanagan, Architectural Digest, 11 Nov. 2025
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Adjective
The advice was refreshing for some of the less-tech savvy patrons who have sometimes experienced impatience when asking younger people such questions.
—Janice Neumann, Chicago Tribune, 27 Jan. 2026
But whether the darkness is oppressive or peaceful, and whether the cold is biting or refreshing, depends, in part, on our mindset.
—Kari Leibowitz, CNBC, 27 Jan. 2026
Verb
The design plans call for refreshing the carpeting, flooring, furniture and chandeliers throughout the clubhouse while maintaining the historical charm.
—Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Nov. 2025
So Brock lightened key spaces, refreshing a powder room and replacing light fixtures.
—Keith Flanagan, Architectural Digest, 11 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for refreshing
Adjective
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The Cancer moon invites you to sink into restorative downtime to recharge your batteries.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
31 Jan. 2026
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The passionate youthfulness here and the spa’s holistic, restorative aura might seem like odd bedfellows, but the chemistry between the two enriches rather than contradicts the overall vibe of cool, refined, New York-ness.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Jan. 2026
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If passed, the Grand Canyon Restoration Act will cover costs associated with restoring and rebuilding the historic lodge.—
Sarah Henry,
AZCentral.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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In a statement, her office said the government was committed to helping residents find alternative housing and to restoring road access, utilities and school activities in town.—
Nicole Winfield,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Jan. 2026
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How to make even healthy eating affordable One way to make more expensive items like meat and seafood more affordable is to buy them in bulk.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
31 Jan. 2026
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They can also be used for pancakes, burgers, or even hash browns to make homemade breakfasts feel more like eating at your favorite neighborhood café.—
Jeaneen Russell,
PEOPLE,
31 Jan. 2026
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That last-minute development is reviving debate about the extent of state support for Vanke, one of the last major developers to have avoided an outright default after a broader property market slump sparked record debt failures in recent years.—
Bloomberg News,
Bloomberg,
28 Jan. 2026
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This, for me, as evidenced by the letter, isn’t about reviving my commerciality.—
Anna Peele,
Vanity Fair,
27 Jan. 2026
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There’s a wide array of restaurants and bars, from the fine-dining Carolina to Sea Breeze for fish tacos and ceviche to the Avocado Vegan Bar.—
Jenn Sinrich,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Jan. 2026
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Shops and dining downtown are a short drive.—
The Week US,
TheWeek,
26 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Lee’s aesthetic of production, and of the power that’s an essential and inescapable part of art, is fundamentally conservative—and no less stimulating for being so.—
Brady Brickner-Wood,
New Yorker,
21 Jan. 2026
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For example, low-quality digital use, including mindless scrolling, autoplay videos, frequent notifications and algorithms that push extreme or harmful material, can be highly stimulating but may lead to poor sleep, attention difficulties, academic challenges, and emotional regulation problems.—
Dr. Tyler Beauchamp,
ABC News,
20 Jan. 2026
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Curious about what opportunities could arise, Ellis took photos of himself recreating Smith's magazine poses, per the outlet, and he was instantly booked.—
Nicholas Rice,
PEOPLE,
25 Jan. 2026
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The images accompanying this story show protesters recreating the act at demonstrations outside Iran, not the woman featured in the original viral video.—
Greg Wehner,
FOXNews.com,
19 Jan. 2026
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In Aquarius, Mercury is intellectually stimulating, like partaking in clever banter and cerebral conversations that quench your curiosity.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
29 Jan. 2026
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This Fuzzy Hygge coloring book, $10, is filled with blank coloring pages featuring adorable furry pals partaking in cozy activities, like curling up in front of a fireplace with a cup of hot chocolate.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Jan. 2026
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“Refreshing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refreshing. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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