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as in remodeling
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as in improvement
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Recent Examples of renovation
Open to the public since 1935, and previously the Gilded Age home of American industrialist and collector Henry Clay Frick, the museum completed a multiyear renovation project last year.
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Miles Socha, Footwear News, 14 May 2026
But Rockets president Gretchen Sheirr said the Comets will practice at Toyota Center, the 18,000-seat arena that also serves as the home of the Rockets, which is undergoing a $180 million renovation that includes new and updated resources for the WNBA team.
—Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 14 May 2026
The addition of Save Haven comes as part of renovation for Longfellow Park, one of the 18 parks in Oak Park, which is set to be open in November, according to Ann Marie Buczek, the director of marketing and community engagement for the Park District of Oak Park.
—Cam'ron Hardy, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2026
Typically, the race is held annually at Pimlico Race Course, but the course is undergoing a major renovation.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 14 May 2026
The 151st running of the Preakness Stakes will be held Saturday, May 16, at Laurel Park in Maryland, due to a major renovation project at Pimlico Race Course.
—Jt Moodee Lockman, CBS News, 14 May 2026
The building underwent a multiyear renovation completed in 2019 that added a dedicated visitor entrance, expanded exhibits about its construction and cultural legacy, and reconfigured observation areas to improve visitor flow.
—Bailey Berg, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2026
The course underwent a massive renovation in 2023 with a new design and layout.
—Megan Dubois, USA Today, 13 May 2026
The hotel is also due for a complete interior renovation, according to a filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 May 2026
Miles Socha, Footwear News, 14 May 2026
But Rockets president Gretchen Sheirr said the Comets will practice at Toyota Center, the 18,000-seat arena that also serves as the home of the Rockets, which is undergoing a $180 million renovation that includes new and updated resources for the WNBA team.
—Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 14 May 2026
The addition of Save Haven comes as part of renovation for Longfellow Park, one of the 18 parks in Oak Park, which is set to be open in November, according to Ann Marie Buczek, the director of marketing and community engagement for the Park District of Oak Park.
—Cam'ron Hardy, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2026
Typically, the race is held annually at Pimlico Race Course, but the course is undergoing a major renovation.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 14 May 2026
The 151st running of the Preakness Stakes will be held Saturday, May 16, at Laurel Park in Maryland, due to a major renovation project at Pimlico Race Course.
—Jt Moodee Lockman, CBS News, 14 May 2026
The building underwent a multiyear renovation completed in 2019 that added a dedicated visitor entrance, expanded exhibits about its construction and cultural legacy, and reconfigured observation areas to improve visitor flow.
—Bailey Berg, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2026
The course underwent a massive renovation in 2023 with a new design and layout.
—Megan Dubois, USA Today, 13 May 2026
The hotel is also due for a complete interior renovation, according to a filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for renovation
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The very hospital itself, trapped in the middle of a massive remodeling, seems to need her.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
13 May 2026
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Culinary experiences banking on fresh local ingredients and revisiting traditional Sardinian cuisine add to the holistic well-being ambitions of the retreat, which last year also unveiled a remodeling of five of its suites overlooking the sea or garden patio.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
8 May 2026
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But first, some improvements would be necessary.—
Rachel Monroe,
New Yorker,
14 May 2026
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In an interview with Jim Cramer last week, CVS CEO David Joyner acknowledged its Aetna business got off track but said it’s now seen five quarters of improvement.—
Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
13 May 2026
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The store, which is in the midst of a three-year refurbishment, has torn up its fourth floor and dedicated the entire space to wellness with a 360-degree offer that also includes clothing and accessories.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
7 May 2026
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Disneyland made a series of updates to Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin in Mickey’s Toontown during a monthlong seasonal refurbishment in April that sought to reduce downtime, increase throughput, accommodate younger riders and respond to rider feedback.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
7 May 2026
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The shift to an all-wheel park requires no construction modifications and would utilize separate sessions to maintain safety and maximize facility activity, city officials said.—
Laylan Connelly,
Oc Register,
8 May 2026
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WaiV Robotics’ system allows uncrewed aerial vehicles to launch and recover from vessels as small as 10 m long without requiring modifications to the drone’s hardware or software.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
8 May 2026
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Top level facility for severe disabilities The institution also operates as a specialized hospital for severe disabilities, with expertise in prosthetics and rehabilitation.—
Sylvie Corbet,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2026
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Critical rehabilitation work has begun on about 1 ½ miles of sanitary sewer pipe in Macomb County, Michigan, after utility crews found severe degradation in the line.—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
14 May 2026
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The stadium will need several alterations to accommodate the soccer team, including changes to the field, improvements on the HVAC system, flood and drainage repairs, and other structural fixes.—
P.R. Lockhart,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2026
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While the rotary knob that surrounds the ignition button provides quick access to the various drive modes (which includes a customizable Individual mode), hard buttons for features like damper stiffness and exhaust volume allow for specific alterations to the driving experience on the fly.—
Bradley Iger,
Robb Report,
8 May 2026
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In recent weeks, Chinese officials have called for a restoration of shipping through the critical channel off the Iranian coast.—
Joey Garrison,
USA Today,
14 May 2026
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York University did not respond to requests for comment about its restoration of staff members’ roles.—
Beth Bailey,
FOXNews.com,
14 May 2026
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Under the revision, the Recreation Center would stay open 40 hours a week, a reduction from 60 hours.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 May 2026
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The ballot question is the latest version of the legislation, championed by Commissioner Damian Pardo, which has undergone several revisions and been a point of contention throughout the past year.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
14 May 2026
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“Renovation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/renovation. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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