as in restoration
the act or an instance of bringing something damaged or worn back to its original state
They worked tirelessly to finish the complete restoral of the antique automobile.
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Decades of levees and shipping channels destroyed protective ecosystems, leaving the region vulnerable to hurricanes; the closure of a key canal is enabling restoration.—
Melina Walling,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026 -
The changes that the Center will undergo as part of this intensive beautification and restoration project are critical to saving the building, enhancing the patron experience and transforming America's cultural center into a world-class destination.—
Anastasia Tsioulcas,
NPR,
19 Feb. 2026
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Lebanon’s reconstruction drive after the 1975-1990 civil war was fueled by a borrowing binge that ultimately proved unsustainable for a country hampered by endemic corruption, toxic politics, and frequent conflicts with Israel.—
Alaa Shahine Salha,
semafor.com,
16 Feb. 2026
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The United Nations, World Bank and European Union estimate that reconstruction of the territory will cost $70 billion.—
Aamer Madhani,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Feb. 2026
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What's old is new New Abercrombie & Fitch store under refurbishment on the corner of Bond Street and Oxford Street on 29th January 2025 in London, United Kingdom.—
Josephine Rozzelle,
CNBC,
9 Feb. 2026
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The ship underwent a multi-million dollar refurbishment in 2025, including a complete redesign of restaurant Le Grill and upgrades to the pool area, as well as the addition of eight new connecting cabins for family and multigenerational groups.—
Chrissie McClatchie,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Jan. 2026
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“Restoral.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/restoral. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.
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