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as in remodeling
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Recent Examples of renovation
Her renovation didn’t bring in Duncan Phyfe chairs and period-appropriate wallpaper, either, but instead pared the home back to its raw materials and simple forms.
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Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 23 Apr. 2026
This idea works well for anyone who wants to add greenery to an exterior wall or covered porch without committing to a major renovation or spending much money.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 23 Apr. 2026
This year’s list covers the latest and greatest, including a New York icon back after an eight-year renovation, the properties redefining wellness, tiny but mighty dining rooms punching above their weight, and ships reacquainting us with beloved Caribbean islands.
—Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Last February, Ravinia Festival revealed plans for a $75 million renovation of its whole venue.
—Elyssa Kaufman, CBS News, 23 Apr. 2026
Thune suggested after that the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs could investigate the renovation alongside the Fed inspector general and the Senate Banking Committee.
—Eleanor Mueller, semafor.com, 23 Apr. 2026
The Likiermans bought the property that year and moved in after completing a five-year renovation that reportedly cost about 4 million euros.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 22 Apr. 2026
Much of the structural repairs, which will unfold during the renovation's first year, will happen in the building's private core.
—ABC News, 22 Apr. 2026
The University of Texas at Arlington will soon begin construction on a major renovation and alteration project to some of the buildings on its main campus, records show.
—Samuel O’Neal April 22, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Apr. 2026
Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 23 Apr. 2026
This idea works well for anyone who wants to add greenery to an exterior wall or covered porch without committing to a major renovation or spending much money.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 23 Apr. 2026
This year’s list covers the latest and greatest, including a New York icon back after an eight-year renovation, the properties redefining wellness, tiny but mighty dining rooms punching above their weight, and ships reacquainting us with beloved Caribbean islands.
—Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Last February, Ravinia Festival revealed plans for a $75 million renovation of its whole venue.
—Elyssa Kaufman, CBS News, 23 Apr. 2026
Thune suggested after that the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs could investigate the renovation alongside the Fed inspector general and the Senate Banking Committee.
—Eleanor Mueller, semafor.com, 23 Apr. 2026
The Likiermans bought the property that year and moved in after completing a five-year renovation that reportedly cost about 4 million euros.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 22 Apr. 2026
Much of the structural repairs, which will unfold during the renovation's first year, will happen in the building's private core.
—ABC News, 22 Apr. 2026
The University of Texas at Arlington will soon begin construction on a major renovation and alteration project to some of the buildings on its main campus, records show.
—Samuel O’Neal April 22, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for renovation
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Leipold said the initial work would include the remodeling of vacant basement-level space at Roy Wilkins into a usable, public-facing gathering area.—
Frederick Melo,
Twin Cities,
16 Apr. 2026
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The villa is also reportedly in ruins and unsellable, and would require a great deal of remodeling to be habitable.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
14 Apr. 2026
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Sometimes, the departure of an underperforming executive or official presages improvements ahead.—
Business Columnist,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Apr. 2026
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The upgrades the city is proposing to fund include pedestrian bridges, a dedicated rideshare parking lot, a roof over the stadium plaza, digital signage and other improvements around the stadium.—
J.D. Miles,
CBS News,
22 Apr. 2026
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Former Johnson spokesperson Cassio Mendoza said in November the city expected to spend just north of $19 million to purchase the property, with the rest of the funds expected to go to refurbishment.—
Jake Sheridan,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Apr. 2026
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Meanwhile, the Mobile Launch Tower sustained moderate damage, and it will soon be returned to the Vehicle Assembly Building in Florida for refurbishment and then stacking operations for the next mission.—
Eric Berger,
ArsTechnica,
11 Apr. 2026
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These modifications included installing dedicated research stations and complex wiring to connect payload systems equipped with advanced sensors, such as lidar and infrared spectrometers.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Apr. 2026
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In return, the WGA agreed to a host of modifications and rollbacks on the guild health insurance policy.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
24 Apr. 2026
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Medicare, including Advantage plans, covers up to 100 days of rehabilitation care following a significant injury or illness, if medically necessary.—
Meg Wingerter,
Denver Post,
23 Apr. 2026
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Now Moore is continuing to receive care and rehabilitation at a local hospital for his injuries, APD officials said.—
Austen Erblat,
CBS News,
22 Apr. 2026
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The demand for dry cleaning and alterations was overwhelming.—
Audrey Pachuta,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
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Crews have been working around the clock to protect the dam, deploying pumps and sandbags and making alterations to increase water flow.—
Briana Waxman,
CNN Money,
17 Apr. 2026
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The model is part of a curriculum developed by UCLA’s School of Education and EcoRise, that teaches students about reforestation, soil remediation and ecosystem restoration through hands-on experiences.—
Julianna Lozada,
Daily News,
23 Apr. 2026
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The amount of hearing patients gained varied, but 80% achieved at least some significant hearing restoration and 42% ended up with normal hearing, which included the ability to hear whispers, Regeneron says.—
Rob Stein,
NPR,
23 Apr. 2026
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The City Council unanimously approved the latest revision of those rules Tuesday, after council members earlier this month pressed city staff to add helmet requirements for all e-bike and e-scooter riders under 18-years-old.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
23 Apr. 2026
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By focusing on collaboration, autonomy, and long-form revision, Revise represents an effort to rethink how writing tools are designed and used.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2026
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“Renovation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/renovation. Accessed 26 Apr. 2026.
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