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
Olivia Dubyak, Travel + Leisure, 9 Dec. 2025
Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Apr. 2026
For an extra charge, guests can also add a rejuvenating red light session in the Novathor Bed.
—Karla Walsh, Travel + Leisure, 19 Apr. 2026
Remnant showers and storms moved along a cold front sweeping the Ohio Valley Saturday morning before rejuvenating later in the afternoon.
—Kyle Reiman, ABC News, 18 Apr. 2026
Additional studies into a mother’s reverse aging processes have suggested that the fetus may have a rejuvenating effect on the mother.
—Literary Hub, 2 Apr. 2026
The Wirtz and Reinsdorf families, owners together of the United Center and of the Chicago Blackhawks and Chicago Bulls, respectively, envision the 55-acre development as a catalyst for rejuvenating the West Side.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
When Iger returned to the company in 2022, rejuvenating the company’s studios was his top priority.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 18 Mar. 2026
That means not just rebuilding the continent’s military independence but rejuvenating its sinews of industrial capacity and, even harder, the common purpose underpinning them.
—Liam Denning, Bloomberg, 12 Mar. 2026
All those will figure prominently in rejuvenating a passing game that slipped to 44th nationally after two seasons at 14th and 17th with Quinn Ewers.
—Kirk Bohls, Houston Chronicle, 9 Mar. 2026
Adjective
Each pack comes with six pairs of patches, and the cooling sensation would feel even more rejuvenating if kept in the refrigerator.
—Olivia Dubyak, Travel + Leisure, 9 Dec. 2025
Verb
Trade shocking shades like neon green and chartreuse for timeless shades of green that inspire a rejuvenating feel in the morning and a calming atmosphere in the evening.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Apr. 2026
For an extra charge, guests can also add a rejuvenating red light session in the Novathor Bed.
—Karla Walsh, Travel + Leisure, 19 Apr. 2026
Remnant showers and storms moved along a cold front sweeping the Ohio Valley Saturday morning before rejuvenating later in the afternoon.
—Kyle Reiman, ABC News, 18 Apr. 2026
Additional studies into a mother’s reverse aging processes have suggested that the fetus may have a rejuvenating effect on the mother.
—Literary Hub, 2 Apr. 2026
The Wirtz and Reinsdorf families, owners together of the United Center and of the Chicago Blackhawks and Chicago Bulls, respectively, envision the 55-acre development as a catalyst for rejuvenating the West Side.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
When Iger returned to the company in 2022, rejuvenating the company’s studios was his top priority.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 18 Mar. 2026
That means not just rebuilding the continent’s military independence but rejuvenating its sinews of industrial capacity and, even harder, the common purpose underpinning them.
—Liam Denning, Bloomberg, 12 Mar. 2026
All those will figure prominently in rejuvenating a passing game that slipped to 44th nationally after two seasons at 14th and 17th with Quinn Ewers.
—Kirk Bohls, Houston Chronicle, 9 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rejuvenating
Adjective
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Nobody minded — in an era of chatty rock stars, there was something refreshing about that.—
Rob Sheffield,
Rolling Stone,
23 Apr. 2026
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Yet, at no point are you hit over the head with any of this, and that feels refreshing.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
Verb
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In practice, that means debris removal, emergency protective measures and critical infrastructure repairs — like restoring water systems — would continue.—
Nicole Sganga,
CBS News,
23 Apr. 2026
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Doctors would infuse a virus into her son's ears carrying a gene for a protein called otoferlin, which Travis was missing, hopefully restoring the ability of his brain to receive signals from his ears.—
Rob Stein,
NPR,
23 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Some Uber riders are accusing the company of charging higher fares when an American Express card is selected in the app, reviving long-running concerns about how opaque ride-hailing algorithms decide what each customer pays.—
Catherina Gioino,
Fortune,
23 Apr. 2026
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But Kellogg's is reviving the tradition.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Based on reviews of 75 Saatva users, sleeping on a Saatva mattress is most often described as supportive, structured and restorative rather than ultra‑soft or sink‑in.—
Alora Bopray,
USA Today,
10 Apr. 2026
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The Spa and Fitness center serves as a sleek counterpoint to the coast's rugged allure—a restorative ritual against the elemental drama outside.—
Amy Louise Bailey,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Rather than recreating the Eames House, the new Pavilion System distills its essential elements—the grid, the interplay of structure, and the infill—into something that can be built, adapted and deployed across different environments.—
Kieron Marchese,
Architectural Digest,
14 Apr. 2026
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Shepherd herself dressed up as Steve Urkel for the special episode, interviewing Payton and VelJohnson on a set recreating the Winslow's living room.—
Sharareh Drury,
Entertainment Weekly,
13 Apr. 2026
Verb
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There is no facility acceptance fee for renewing by mail or online.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
10 Apr. 2026
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But Sweis, who is also CASD’s secretary, told the legislative committee in February that when providers raised concerns about potential conflicts with Medicaid billing rules, CDPH officials were dismissive — and later used those concerns as justification for not renewing her provider’s contract.—
Jack O'Connor,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The Chinese Communist Party is resurrecting one of its favorite complaints against the Japanese government, decrying officials’ routine visit to a shrine honoring dead soldiers of World War II.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
The Washington Examiner,
22 Apr. 2026
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On view at the RenBen was an example of Therapy (2026), an editioned print on a large sheet of paper on which there is 22-karat gold in the shape of a toilet seat, resurrecting America at a more affordable level; proceeds go to the Renaissance Society.—
Brian Boucher,
ARTnews.com,
16 Apr. 2026
Verb
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That includes revitalizing its ability to conduct effective information warfare, counter disinformation, and project credible narratives abroad.—
Gaurav Srivastava,
The Washington Examiner,
19 Apr. 2026
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The potential of the property, from revitalizing the space to the profit from selling the home.—
Stacy Lambe,
PEOPLE,
18 Apr. 2026
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“Rejuvenating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rejuvenating. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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