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
Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Oct. 2025
The move feels refreshing in a subversive, conceptual art kind of way.
—Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 1 Oct. 2025
Chris Dimitriadis, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Now’s the time to prep your home for the new season, whether that’s reorganizing your closet or refreshing your space with fall decor.
—Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 12 Sep. 2025
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Adjective
The cards suggest April will bring a refreshing burst of hope and clarity for you, Aries, as The Star invites you to reconnect with your dreams and aspirations.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Oct. 2025
The move feels refreshing in a subversive, conceptual art kind of way.
—Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 1 Oct. 2025
Verb
Governments will need to continue investing in their detection capabilities and refreshing the guidance offered to enterprises to successfully counter evolving threats.
—Chris Dimitriadis, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Now’s the time to prep your home for the new season, whether that’s reorganizing your closet or refreshing your space with fall decor.
—Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 12 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for refreshing
Adjective
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There is something deeply restorative about it.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
2 Oct. 2025
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Through the compassionate yet rigorous structures of restorative justice and the generosity of two people who might have spent their lives hating him, Dunne changed course.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The International Classic Film Market (MIFC), the world’s only market dedicated to restoring and promoting heritage films, returns to Lyon alongside the Lumière Film Festival for its 13th edition expected to draw a record number of participants.—
Lise Pedersen,
Variety,
3 Oct. 2025
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And, restoring and maintaining the health of Florida’s 1,100 springs will require further study to tailor appropriate interventions to each one.—
Christopher F. Meindl,
The Conversation,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The Premier League is eating itself slightly as a breeding ground for English talent.—
Liam Tharme,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
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Cohen and other researchers have identified many subtle fixes that improve kids’ eating habits.—
Jessica Winter,
New Yorker,
4 Oct. 2025
Verb
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In those early days, survival was top of mind, which then gradually shifted to reviving tourism —a focus that has led to this haven's current state.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
4 Oct. 2025
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Militaries are reviving old tactics with new technology, using decoys to confuse enemies and protect real weapons.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Oct. 2025
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Within walking distance of Comerica Park, fans can also grab a slice to go if not dining in.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
7 Oct. 2025
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This is the standard seat height for dining chairs and furniture.—
Lauren Bengtson,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Of course—even if students read less, and do less of their own writing, and skip class more often, and are graded on elevator pitches given to computers—college could remain a stimulating and fun experience.—
Joshua Rothman,
New Yorker,
30 Sep. 2025
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In it, Sunset has picked 10 tasting rooms (or appellations with good tasting options), from classic vineyards to producers of zero-proof beverages, that should delight everyone with their delectable offerings, innovative techniques and visually stimulating atmospheres.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
25 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Ryan and Crystal also reunited earlier this year, recreating their iconic Katz’s Deli scene for Hellmann's Super Bowl ad.—
Victoria Edel,
PEOPLE,
8 Oct. 2025
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Rachel has now taken her love of puzzles off the island by launching her own puzzle company with partner Ryan Plaisted (who is known for recreating Survivor puzzles himself with Vexzle).—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Bonilla suggested there is no policy in her contract or the employee handbook that forbids teachers from partaking in surrogacy or in vitro fertilization.—
Abigail Adams,
PEOPLE,
29 Sep. 2025
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Bloody, sweat-soaked, and teary-eyed is an apt description for many of the runners partaking in L’Échappée Belle race.—
Anna Richards,
Outside,
18 Sep. 2025
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“Refreshing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refreshing. Accessed 10 Oct. 2025.
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