as in refreshing
having a renewing effect on the state of the body or mind
after a rejuvenating vacation, I was once again ready to slay dragons, or whatever else might spring up at the office
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as in restoring
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 reviving
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 rejuvenating
Cole Sullivan, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Oct. 2025
In a study conducted on mice, scientists from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) found that cysteine, a sulfur-containing amino acid, had the strongest rejuvenating effect on stem cells and early-stage intestinal cells, which are often damaged during radiation therapy for cancer.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 16 Oct. 2025
Few Korean moisturizers rival Sulwhasoo's, this one powered by the rejuvenating benefits of ginseng.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 8 Oct. 2025
After successfully making it past the beam and tossing a sandbag onto a tower before everyone else, Lambert won individual immunity and a major reward — a relaxing and rejuvenating evening at the Sanctuary with food, drinks and letters from home.
—Steve Helling, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2025
Few things are as rejuvenating as a walk through a quiet glade of trees.
—The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 12 Sep. 2025
Laura’s a boomer succubi rejuvenating herself with Cherry’s millennial blood.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 10 Sep. 2025
Villeda is hopeful that targeting FTL1 could spark a new wave of brain-rejuvenating therapies.
—Pranjal Malewar, New Atlas, 2 Sep. 2025
The spa here takes wellness seriously—this is a full-service sanctuary offering everything from therapeutic massages and rejuvenating facials to luxurious body wraps.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 27 Aug. 2025
Verb
Franklin played a pivotal role in rejuvenating the program’s culture and restoring its national relevance over his 12 seasons, but just before last Sunday’s practice, Penn State athletic director Pat Kraft informed him that the school was moving in a different direction.
—Cole Sullivan, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Oct. 2025
In a study conducted on mice, scientists from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) found that cysteine, a sulfur-containing amino acid, had the strongest rejuvenating effect on stem cells and early-stage intestinal cells, which are often damaged during radiation therapy for cancer.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 16 Oct. 2025
Few Korean moisturizers rival Sulwhasoo's, this one powered by the rejuvenating benefits of ginseng.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 8 Oct. 2025
After successfully making it past the beam and tossing a sandbag onto a tower before everyone else, Lambert won individual immunity and a major reward — a relaxing and rejuvenating evening at the Sanctuary with food, drinks and letters from home.
—Steve Helling, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2025
Few things are as rejuvenating as a walk through a quiet glade of trees.
—The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 12 Sep. 2025
Laura’s a boomer succubi rejuvenating herself with Cherry’s millennial blood.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 10 Sep. 2025
Villeda is hopeful that targeting FTL1 could spark a new wave of brain-rejuvenating therapies.
—Pranjal Malewar, New Atlas, 2 Sep. 2025
The spa here takes wellness seriously—this is a full-service sanctuary offering everything from therapeutic massages and rejuvenating facials to luxurious body wraps.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 27 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rejuvenating
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While both flavors share the same SPF actives and nourishing base, the Mint version delivers a refreshing, tingly finish from peppermint oil and menthol, while the Açai option leans sweeter with antioxidant-rich fruit extracts.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
25 Oct. 2025
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Born in the California beach enclave of Montecito, the Napoleon comes by its refreshing summer vibes honestly, even if it is made with a seemingly unsummery spirit.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
25 Oct. 2025
Verb
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While some studies are skeptical of puzzle games improving or restoring cognitive functions, the National Library of Medicine believes brain and puzzle games do have benefits.—
Craig Shoup,
Nashville Tennessean,
24 Oct. 2025
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What started as a weekend hobby quickly grew into a full-fledged business, and Molski, who has since retired from healthcare sales, couldn't be happier to spend his weekends hunting and restoring vintage pieces.—
Kaycee Sloan,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
23 Oct. 2025
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Each garment at 110 Mercer Street continues the brand’s commitment to handcraftsmanship, reviving historical techniques such as lace-making, metal threadwork and glass bead embroidery.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
24 Oct. 2025
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Is sporting Halloween fashion really that much worse than reviving 1980s deadstock denim?—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
24 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Cosmetic and restorative dentistry no longer belongs exclusively to high-budget clinics.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
3 Nov. 2025
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The garden uses restorative agricultural practices to prevent topsoil erosion by enriching the soil with microorganisms, Carlson said.—
Nollyanne Delacruz,
Mercury News,
29 Oct. 2025
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For the show, the costumes were designed in collaboration with Vivian Westwood, recreating Cher’s tweed look, and Tom Brown designed Dionne’s outfit, as the original costumes are gone.—
Robert Lang,
Deadline,
5 Nov. 2025
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Fast forward 100 years, and to mark the anniversary of the honeymoon adventure, Mercedes-Maybach PR had the idea of recreating, at least in part, the trans-Alpine adventure.—
Howard Walker,
Robb Report,
3 Nov. 2025
Verb
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All the more reason to shop around before renewing your policy, said Daniel Bortz, personal finance editor at AARP.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
2 Nov. 2025
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Zimbabwe is renewing efforts to ditch the US dollar as the dominant form of tender in the southern African nation by leaning on government officials to de-dollarize the economy by 2030.—
Tawanda Karombo,
semafor.com,
31 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Auerbach's book is genuinely horrifying, resurrecting that visceral terror of 'stranger-danger' most of us learned as kids.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
22 Oct. 2025
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Forty years ago, the Nintendo Entertainment System hit North American shores, singlehandedly resurrecting the video-game market after its infamous post-Atari crash in 1983.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
18 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Washington must cut its dependencies on China by revitalizing domestic manufacturing, investing in STEM talent, and diversifying supply chains with allies and partners.—
Neil Thomas,
Time,
29 Oct. 2025
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McIntyre spent the next three years revitalizing his career on the independent circuit, including a prominent run in Insane Championship Wrestling in Scotland.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Oct. 2025
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“Rejuvenating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rejuvenating. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.
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