as in rebuilt
to make improvements or repairs to (something, such as a building)
They are refurbishing the old house. They sell refurbished computers.
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Recent Examples of refurbished
David Nikel, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
There are also three pools, although those may have to be refurbished.
—Kim Velsey, Curbed, 27 Aug. 2025
When Russell refurbished Lauren’s prewar Mercedes SSK, once owned by an Italian count, his team spent 4,000 hours on the project.
—Stayton Bonner, Robb Report, 24 Aug. 2025
Regardless of whether that equipment is pulverized to bits, refurbished for resale or recycled for spare parts and critical materials, one way or another the data on it needs to be erased.
—Bob Woods, CNBC, 20 Aug. 2025
It was cleaned and refurbished before being reinstalled.
—Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 20 Aug. 2025
Beautifully refurbished, rooms have travertine flooring and countertops, solid wood furniture and plush bedding.
—Roger Naylor, AZCentral.com, 14 Aug. 2025
In 1999, commercial real estate firm Revel & Underwood, bought the building and refurbished it.
—John Tuohy, IndyStar, 14 Aug. 2025
The site is entirely dedicated to deals across seven categories, including popular electronics in new, open box, and refurbished condition.
—Cierra Cowan, PC Magazine, 12 Aug. 2025
Adjective
The new company has refurbished the two ships, now known as Nordic Pearl and Nordic Crown.
—David Nikel, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
There are also three pools, although those may have to be refurbished.
—Kim Velsey, Curbed, 27 Aug. 2025
When Russell refurbished Lauren’s prewar Mercedes SSK, once owned by an Italian count, his team spent 4,000 hours on the project.
—Stayton Bonner, Robb Report, 24 Aug. 2025
Regardless of whether that equipment is pulverized to bits, refurbished for resale or recycled for spare parts and critical materials, one way or another the data on it needs to be erased.
—Bob Woods, CNBC, 20 Aug. 2025
It was cleaned and refurbished before being reinstalled.
—Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 20 Aug. 2025
Beautifully refurbished, rooms have travertine flooring and countertops, solid wood furniture and plush bedding.
—Roger Naylor, AZCentral.com, 14 Aug. 2025
In 1999, commercial real estate firm Revel & Underwood, bought the building and refurbished it.
—John Tuohy, IndyStar, 14 Aug. 2025
The site is entirely dedicated to deals across seven categories, including popular electronics in new, open box, and refurbished condition.
—Cierra Cowan, PC Magazine, 12 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for refurbished
Verb
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Celebrity car designer After Ramirez and Vega parted ways, Vega went through a bankruptcy but rebuilt his reputation as a custom-car designer.—
Jay Weaver,
Miami Herald,
4 Sep. 2025
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In 1927, the lock was rebuilt to give access to Northern Michigan's Inland Waterway, allowing for the transportation of lumber into Lake Huron.—
Jalen Williams,
Freep.com,
4 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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This egg beater functions the same as the old school ones, with a modernized design that reduces the fatigue on your arms and hands.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
5 Sep. 2025
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Similarly, Cracker Barrel's modernized logo redesign triggered a $100 million market hit and culture-war backlash.—
Julian Hayes II,
Forbes.com,
30 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Trump will invite high-profile tech and business leaders for an inaugural event in the White House’s renovated Rose Garden on Thursday.—
Lim Hui Jie,
CNBC,
4 Sep. 2025
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The recently renovated 1882 cottage once housed railroad workers and is within walking distance of downtown.—
Jennifer Stewart Kornegay,
Southern Living,
3 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Another social media video posted by @CoachDuggs earlier this month that shows the interior of a remodeled Cracker Barrel also went viral.—
Peter Burke,
FOXNews.com,
24 Aug. 2025
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Sited on several parcels spanning over two-thirds of an acre, the multi-story white stucco and terracotta-roof structure has a total of eight bedrooms and 11 baths in roughly 7,700 square feet of remodeled living space.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
11 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Will CarShield cover the cost of a rental car while my vehicle is being repaired?—
Brian Sloan,
CNBC,
4 Sep. 2025
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Without objection from the Railroad Commission, the pipeline was repaired and back in service three days later.—
ProPublica,
ProPublica,
4 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Confidence is Growing Business owners are beginning to feel renewed confidence, and with the prospect of rate cuts on the horizon, cautious optimism is taking hold.—
Frank Sorrentino,
Forbes.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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The chatter, however, speaks to the strain on Israel and growing concern in the region over the potential for renewed hostilities.—
Amir Daftari,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Aug. 2025
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