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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
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
One is the more prominent location for the 1965 Alexander Calder mobile, now outside the new cafe and refurbished.
—David Allen, Daily News, 23 Apr. 2026
Once these repairs are complete, the escalator will be entirely refurbished and should provide reliable serviced for years to come.
—Elle McLogan, CBS News, 22 Apr. 2026
Built in 2005 and refurbished in 2025, the Norwegian Jewel can host up to 2,300 guests and has a variety of amenities for cruisers, including spas, restaurants, and lounges.
—Christopher Edwards, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026
Items sourced for free from curbsides or bulk trash can often be cleaned, refurbished, and resold, sometimes within hours.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 14 Apr. 2026
That area had been refurbished leading up to the debut of Expedition Odyssey.
—Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 Apr. 2026
Both the bridge and the castle have gotten shined up and refurbished recently, which is in itself a political act.
—Joshua Levine, Travel + Leisure, 7 Apr. 2026
The Violeta Parra Museum was refurbished with heat-resistant windows, and additional security has also been employed to guard the premises.
—News Desk, Artforum, 6 Apr. 2026
Verb
Each room is slightly different from the others; some have refurbished antique dressers from the original pensione, while others are adorned with contemporary art.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
One is the more prominent location for the 1965 Alexander Calder mobile, now outside the new cafe and refurbished.
—David Allen, Daily News, 23 Apr. 2026
Once these repairs are complete, the escalator will be entirely refurbished and should provide reliable serviced for years to come.
—Elle McLogan, CBS News, 22 Apr. 2026
Built in 2005 and refurbished in 2025, the Norwegian Jewel can host up to 2,300 guests and has a variety of amenities for cruisers, including spas, restaurants, and lounges.
—Christopher Edwards, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026
Items sourced for free from curbsides or bulk trash can often be cleaned, refurbished, and resold, sometimes within hours.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 14 Apr. 2026
That area had been refurbished leading up to the debut of Expedition Odyssey.
—Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 Apr. 2026
Both the bridge and the castle have gotten shined up and refurbished recently, which is in itself a political act.
—Joshua Levine, Travel + Leisure, 7 Apr. 2026
The Violeta Parra Museum was refurbished with heat-resistant windows, and additional security has also been employed to guard the premises.
—News Desk, Artforum, 6 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for refurbished
Adjective
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Investments in modernized facilities, advanced textile research for uniforms, redesigned Navy hospitality and enhanced personal telecommunications reflect how our command is adapting to the Navy’s changing demands.—
Robert J Bianchi,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Apr. 2026
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What followed was an extensive renovation that transformed the 18th-century property into a modernized retreat, although according to Barrymore, the scale of the project appears to have influenced her decision to sell sooner than expected.—
Thomas Westerholm,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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An oil shock above $100 is a test of whether the American economy has rebuilt enough middle-class margin to withstand volatility.—
Katica Roy,
Fortune,
21 Apr. 2026
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It was later rebuilt near what is today the on-ramp for Interstate 110, but closed in 1931 when its members inaugurated the current synagogue on nearby Palafox Street, and the previous structure became a roller-skating rink.—
Larry Luxner,
Sun Sentinel,
20 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Finding professional help was not always possible while driving through remote areas in her remodeled bus, so Walker often sought guidance online.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 Mar. 2026
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As Deadline exclusively revealed in January, the remodeled venue on West 42nd Street near 10th Avenue was being transformed into a fully functioning Nashville bar called the Wicked Tickle, the setting for a tale of two young singer-songwriters looking for their big break.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
20 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Tourists were flocking in as a new class of Cuban entrepreneurs renovated crumbling buildings into restaurants, art galleries and hotels.—
Kate Linthicum,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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The full bath in the bedroom is renovated and has a tub; the half-bath in the living room is a nice bonus.—
Katie McDonough,
Curbed,
20 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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While President Claudia Sheinbaum has signaled renewed openness to private investment, including partnerships in electricity and a possible revival of fracking, her administration’s statism continues to weigh on Mexico’s appeal relative to regional peers.—
Juan Pablo Spinetto,
Mercury News,
23 Apr. 2026
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During the renewed investigation, police returned to the 1800 block of Clarke Boulevard and used radar to search for new leads in the disappearance.—
JT Moodee Lockman,
CBS News,
22 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Roads still need to be repaired.—
Denise Horland,
Sun Sentinel,
20 Apr. 2026
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In 2012, the first medication was approved, which repaired the protein mutation for about 5% of CF patients.—
Courtney Crowder,
USA Today,
18 Apr. 2026
Verb
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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 28 Apr. 2026.
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