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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
Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 3 June 2026
The other side of this was to aim toward making the entire launcher, ideally, fully reusable so it could be quickly refurbished and used again and again.
—David Szondy
may 31, New Atlas, 31 May 2026
The site includes the launch pad, but also a vehicle integration building where previously flown first stages are refurbished.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 May 2026
Products that pass are certified refurbished, sold at up to 25% off and backed by a one-year warranty.
—Esha Chhabra, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
There’s also a fully operational farm with 1,149 arable acres and extensive infrastructure, along with equestrian facilities comprising two professional racing yards, private gallops, numerous paddocks, and a racecourse that was refurbished in 2018.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 26 May 2026
The vessels were built in 2001, but they were refurbished prior to their relaunch and underwent another round of upgrades this year.
—Nathan Diller, USA Today, 25 May 2026
Guests are lei'ed on arrival, and refurbished rooms feature private lanais, large baths and flatscreen TVs.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 May 2026
Each of the three main structures and the smaller outlying buildings will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis to either be refurbished or demolished.
—Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 20 May 2026
Verb
The Village’s projection booth was refurbished by Dolby for the event.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 3 June 2026
The other side of this was to aim toward making the entire launcher, ideally, fully reusable so it could be quickly refurbished and used again and again.
—David Szondy
may 31, New Atlas, 31 May 2026
The site includes the launch pad, but also a vehicle integration building where previously flown first stages are refurbished.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 May 2026
Products that pass are certified refurbished, sold at up to 25% off and backed by a one-year warranty.
—Esha Chhabra, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
There’s also a fully operational farm with 1,149 arable acres and extensive infrastructure, along with equestrian facilities comprising two professional racing yards, private gallops, numerous paddocks, and a racecourse that was refurbished in 2018.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 26 May 2026
The vessels were built in 2001, but they were refurbished prior to their relaunch and underwent another round of upgrades this year.
—Nathan Diller, USA Today, 25 May 2026
Guests are lei'ed on arrival, and refurbished rooms feature private lanais, large baths and flatscreen TVs.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 May 2026
Each of the three main structures and the smaller outlying buildings will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis to either be refurbished or demolished.
—Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 20 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for refurbished
Adjective
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Anchoring the compound is the roughly 16,000-square-foot primary residence, which features formal living and dining areas, plus a modernized kitchen outfitted with premium appliances and a walk-in pantry.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
10 June 2026
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Residents will also see modernized elevators, fiber and wi-fi service, new laundry room, new parking lot and new security measures.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
Verb
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The grand property later took on a radically different role as the state-of-the-art St George's Hospital, rebuilt in 1825 by architect William Wilkins, the mind behind London’s National Gallery.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 June 2026
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The park district also water playgrounds in McKinley, Austin-Lake and Avalon Park are being redesigned and rebuilt as part of an ongoing improvements project, and will be closed for the 2026 season.—
Sara Tenenbaum,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
Adjective
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Our headquarters, along with a small number of new and remodeled locations, is designed with a neighborhood-style layout.—
Jill Shedek,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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The remodeled location will drop clothing, jewelry, electronics, the pharmacy, optical center, bakery, tire shop and food court, though the gas station will remain open.—
Ian Cummings,
Kansas City Star,
28 May 2026
Verb
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The en suite bath of the Lincoln Bedroom in the residence has been gutted and renovated.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
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Andrew lived at Wood Farm temporarily while his permanent residence, Marsh Farm, also on the estate, was renovated.—
Jennifer Hassan,
USA Today,
7 June 2026
Adjective
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The comments appeared to spook oil traders, with Brent and WTI crude both moving higher on fears of renewed escalation, though crude remains below the psychologically important $100-per-barrel level.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
4 June 2026
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That has spurred renewed interest in a clause in the EU's foundational treaties about mutual assistance if a member nation is attacked.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
25 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Until their vehicle is inspected and repaired, owners should park outside and away from structures.—
Melina Khan,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
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Two escalators at the Pavilions, broken when the mall changed hands, are also being repaired.—
Thomas Gounley,
Denver Post,
9 June 2026
Verb
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Fully serviced with daily cleanings and a concierge service, the compact space feels like the pied-à-terre of Paris’s most eligible bachelor.—
Madeline Weinfield,
Architectural Digest,
29 May 2026
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Some 43,478 kilometers are on the odometer, and the car has also been serviced a lot in recent years, including an engine-out service and replacement of the timing belts.—
Erik Shilling,
Robb Report,
6 Oct. 2025
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“Refurbished.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refurbished. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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