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
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
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.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 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
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
Kateka, South Africa At Kateka, a rejuvenating safari lodge in South Africa’s Klaserie Conservancy, wellness is rooted in nature's five elements—earth, water, fire, air, and space.
—Nina Patel, Travel + Leisure, 27 Aug. 2025
For those who seek a rejuvenating getaway in the Sunshine State, Forbes Travel Guide recently released a list of five must-try Florida hotel spas—including Palm Beach, Miami and Tampa.
—Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2025
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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
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.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 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
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
Kateka, South Africa At Kateka, a rejuvenating safari lodge in South Africa’s Klaserie Conservancy, wellness is rooted in nature's five elements—earth, water, fire, air, and space.
—Nina Patel, Travel + Leisure, 27 Aug. 2025
For those who seek a rejuvenating getaway in the Sunshine State, Forbes Travel Guide recently released a list of five must-try Florida hotel spas—including Palm Beach, Miami and Tampa.
—Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rejuvenating
Adjective
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These easy fall plant swaps are perfect for refreshing tired summer pots and creating long-lasting displays with minimal effort.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
4 Oct. 2025
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For die-hard fans, this isn’t the time to sit at home refreshing scores on your phone.—
Tiffany Acosta,
AZCentral.com,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The International Classic Film Market (MIFC), the world’s only market dedicated to restoring and promoting heritage films, returns to Lyon alongside the Lumière Film Festival for its 13th edition expected to draw a record number of participants.—
Lise Pedersen,
Variety,
3 Oct. 2025
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And, restoring and maintaining the health of Florida’s 1,100 springs will require further study to tailor appropriate interventions to each one.—
Christopher F. Meindl,
The Conversation,
3 Oct. 2025
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In those early days, survival was top of mind, which then gradually shifted to reviving tourism —a focus that has led to this haven's current state.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
4 Oct. 2025
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Militaries are reviving old tactics with new technology, using decoys to confuse enemies and protect real weapons.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Whether hiring a single carriage, the cabin, or the entire estate for up to 13 guests—with the option of a pop-up avenue of bell tents for larger groups—Settle invites immersive relaxation and restorative contemplation from its Breckland base.—
Chloe Frost-Smith,
Vogue,
24 Sep. 2025
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Journaling, therapy or unplugging from social media to clear your mind could be especially restorative.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
22 Sep. 2025
Verb
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That process of recreating the set took only about an hour, which gave Cameron the freedom for easy reshoots and pickup lines.—
Jim Hemphill,
IndieWire,
1 Oct. 2025
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Forte_Forte staged a fancy presentation recreating a Parisian boudoir, replete with towers of Champagne cups and highly photogenic sweet treats.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
29 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The fee will apply whether the driver is being issued a license for the first time or renewing their license.—
Hope Karnopp,
jsonline.com,
28 Sep. 2025
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According to a front desk employee, this location is not renewing its lease and is closing due to increasing rent prices.—
Ella Gonzales,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 Sep. 2025
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Right off the heels of announcing Goop’s new clothing line, Gwyneth Paltrow has decided to join celebrities like Emma Stone, Renée Zellweger, and Sarah Jessica Parker in resurrecting capri pants.—
Rylee Johnston,
PEOPLE,
24 Sep. 2025
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Finally, the Seaside Company and Ensemble Investments poured $100 million into resurrecting this beautiful beachfront hotel.—
Jackie Bryant,
AFAR Media,
23 Sep. 2025
Verb
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This partnership is also emblematic of a broader industry trend toward revitalizing mid-tier and smaller American shipyards, which possess the agility to adapt to new types of naval platforms.—
Kapil Kajal,
Interesting Engineering,
25 Sep. 2025
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Galeries Lafayette invested about 100 million euros in revitalizing the Boulevard Haussmann flagship in 2021, and has dedicated a similar amount for modernization over the next five years.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
23 Sep. 2025
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“Rejuvenating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rejuvenating. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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