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as in to restore
to bring back to a former condition or vigor
the shower rejuvenated me after a long day of cleaning out the garage
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as in to revive
to bring back to life, practice, or activity
that rock star has rejuvenated '80s fashion for a whole new generation
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Recent Examples of rejuvenate
Infused with amino peptides to firm and smooth the skin, niacinamide to nourish the skin barrier, and hyaluronic acid for a plumping touch, Olay’s lifting cream offers moisture with an extra dose of rejuvenating benefits.
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Jenny Berg, Vogue, 4 Sep. 2025
With a quick swipe, dirt and grime lifted effortlessly from her pores and her complexion felt hydrated and rejuvenated.
—Esme Benjamin, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2025
Villeda is hopeful that targeting FTL1 could spark a new wave of brain-rejuvenating therapies.
—Pranjal Malewar, New Atlas, 2 Sep. 2025
Is Stamford Bridge the best place to rejuvenate a ferociously talented player who needs to knuckle down?
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2025
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Jenny Berg, Vogue, 4 Sep. 2025
With a quick swipe, dirt and grime lifted effortlessly from her pores and her complexion felt hydrated and rejuvenated.
—Esme Benjamin, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2025
Villeda is hopeful that targeting FTL1 could spark a new wave of brain-rejuvenating therapies.
—Pranjal Malewar, New Atlas, 2 Sep. 2025
Is Stamford Bridge the best place to rejuvenate a ferociously talented player who needs to knuckle down?
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rejuvenate
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The museum’s plans for Excelsior Club included restoring the existing two-story structure and adding a connecting history center focused on local and regional Black history.—
Catherine Muccigrosso,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Sep. 2025
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On Tuesday night, the Nepali army deployed troops to restore order after prominent government buildings were set on fire, politicians were attacked and violent clashes erupted between protesters and government forces.—
Juliana Kim,
NPR,
10 Sep. 2025
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Color Wow Dreaming Advanced Repair & Resurfacing Treatment Fried hair was revived once this reparative mask worked its magic.—
Jackie Fields,
PEOPLE,
9 Sep. 2025
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Soak bare-root hostas in warm water for 30 minutes to an hour before planting to help revive the roots and absorb moisture.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
9 Sep. 2025
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Vogue’s senior beauty shopping writer Kiana Murden has been hooked on it since her first trial—using it to not only remove traces of foundation, but also refresh her skin in the morning.—
Iman Balagam,
Vogue,
3 Sep. 2025
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Painting a room can be a quick and inexpensive way to refresh your space.—
Miranda Silva,
Architectural Digest,
3 Sep. 2025
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During one storyline, Angela travels to the Norse underworld known as Hel to resurrect Sera after her death.—
Abby Monteil,
Them.,
9 Sep. 2025
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Religious personalities are among those resurrected by the machines.—
Geoff Brumfiel,
NPR,
7 Sep. 2025
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The second season, however, failed to make the list in all three regions with no decision yet made on whether to renew for Season 3.—
Jack Royston,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
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The sweet tween series has already been renewed for a third season.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Rejuvenate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rejuvenate. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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