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
Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 9 June 2026
Also, add a basil leaf or two to lemonade to make a refreshing treat.
—Sheryl Geerts, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 June 2026
Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 13 May 2026
The key is consistency, because this system does not stop collecting or refreshing your information.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 9 May 2026
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Adjective
For Blunt, Spielberg's fixation on everyday characters is a refreshing change of pace compared to other blockbuster projects.
—Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 9 June 2026
Also, add a basil leaf or two to lemonade to make a refreshing treat.
—Sheryl Geerts, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 June 2026
Verb
Lastly, refreshing your mulch is important.
—Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 13 May 2026
The key is consistency, because this system does not stop collecting or refreshing your information.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 9 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for refreshing
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That combination — sustained daily movement, fresh air, scenic landscapes and the social warmth of small inns — is a big part of why walking holidays appeal to couples, friend groups and solo travelers looking for something more restorative than a standard vacation.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
4 June 2026
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Night sweats, shifting hormones and the sheer volume of responsibilities can rob women of the deep, restorative rest their bodies need to function, recover and stay well.—
Emily Cegielski,
Flow Space,
4 June 2026
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The Mechoopda Indian Tribe of Chico Rancheria has reclaimed 450 acres of ancestral land in Butte County, marking one of the tribe’s largest land returns and a major step in restoring its historic land base.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
11 June 2026
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HexemBio is focused on restoring the regenerative capacity of blood stem cells.—
Dasha Shunina,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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Put simply, Maine would not be Maine without its lobster—and a trip to Maine wouldn’t be complete without eating some.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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Unlike eating enough protein or seeing how hydration affects your skin, gut health is an important, yet somewhat immeasurable, key to human health.—
Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner,
Martha Stewart,
6 June 2026
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Novelty refers to experiences that feel new, fresh, unfamiliar or psychologically stimulating.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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But don't be discouraged, as today's disruptions could end up leading you toward something fresh, inspiring and intellectually stimulating.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
22 May 2026
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By many accounts, reviving Barneys New York requires a merchant leader who can do justice to the legacy; building a talented creative team, and specifically on Madison Avenue, the willingness to meet the high costs of a luxury retail start-up.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
11 June 2026
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But the rupiah’s latest slide is reviving memories the market would rather forget.—
William Pesek,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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Studio had some formidable shoes to fill, replacing the eponymous and long-beloved French fine-dining institution that had defined special-occasion fine dining in Laguna Beach for more than twenty years.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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Reader Heather Fargo wrote in with a number of suggestions for dining outdoors in North and South Natomas, such as Bella Bru, CharQterie, Helic Bistro, Mezcal Grill, El Bramido and The Virgin Sturgeon, which floats on the Sacramento River.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
10 June 2026
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Each pack comes with six pairs of patches, and the cooling sensation would feel even more rejuvenating if kept in the refrigerator.—
Olivia Dubyak,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Dec. 2025
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His designer drew inspiration from the 19th century residence, recreating its round turret and green trim.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
8 June 2026
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Dawn Kish, a former Grand Canyon river guide and current documentarian of reemerging Glen Canyon, has spent hundreds of hours exploring the canyons and recreating photos taken before the dam gates closed.—
Elise Schmelzer,
Denver Post,
7 June 2026
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“Refreshing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refreshing. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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