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as in revived
to bring back to a former condition or vigor
restore an old car
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as in returned
to bring, send, or put back to a former or proper place
restored the trophy to its proper place at the center of the shelf
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Recent Examples of restored
Leo Barraclough, Variety, 14 Aug. 2025
Daniel McFadin, Arkansas Online, 7 Nov. 2025
The area increased to 80% by 2018, according to state media, after numerous buildings and city walls were restored, and 135 temporary structures inside the compound were torn down.
—Fred He, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2025
The court overturned a previous ruling that had voided military trials of civilians and restored contentious provisions of the Pakistan Army Act that permitted such trials.
—Rafia Zakaria, Time, 6 Nov. 2025
Unlike weather delays or short-term crew shortages, these cuts are expected to last until staffing is restored — a timeline that remains unclear.
—Josh Rivera, USA Today, 6 Nov. 2025
Under the Biden administration, DHS issued a new final rule in 2022 that restored the pre-2019 standard, limiting public-charge consideration to cash benefits for income maintenance and long-term care, and excluding most non-cash programs.
—Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
But last spring, the Kansas State Board of Education restored the district to full accreditation based on school officials’ plan for meeting state academic benchmarks.
—Matthew Kelly, Kansas City Star, 5 Nov. 2025
Once the infant and Hamida are reunited, the baby’s health is restored.
—JSTOR Daily, 30 Oct. 2025
Of more than 151 roads affected by the storm, only 11 had been fully restored as of noon on Thursday and 134 remain blocked.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 30 Oct. 2025
Adjective
In her most personal work yet, Nguyen shows how togetherness and storytelling can transform grief into healing, hope and restored kinship.
—Leo Barraclough, Variety, 14 Aug. 2025
Verb
Arkansans who rely on federal food assistance could see their benefits restored as early as next week, Janet Mann, secretary of the Arkansas Department of Human Services, told a legislative committee Thursday.
—Daniel McFadin, Arkansas Online, 7 Nov. 2025
The area increased to 80% by 2018, according to state media, after numerous buildings and city walls were restored, and 135 temporary structures inside the compound were torn down.
—Fred He, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2025
The court overturned a previous ruling that had voided military trials of civilians and restored contentious provisions of the Pakistan Army Act that permitted such trials.
—Rafia Zakaria, Time, 6 Nov. 2025
Unlike weather delays or short-term crew shortages, these cuts are expected to last until staffing is restored — a timeline that remains unclear.
—Josh Rivera, USA Today, 6 Nov. 2025
Under the Biden administration, DHS issued a new final rule in 2022 that restored the pre-2019 standard, limiting public-charge consideration to cash benefits for income maintenance and long-term care, and excluding most non-cash programs.
—Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
But last spring, the Kansas State Board of Education restored the district to full accreditation based on school officials’ plan for meeting state academic benchmarks.
—Matthew Kelly, Kansas City Star, 5 Nov. 2025
Once the infant and Hamida are reunited, the baby’s health is restored.
—JSTOR Daily, 30 Oct. 2025
Of more than 151 roads affected by the storm, only 11 had been fully restored as of noon on Thursday and 134 remain blocked.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 30 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for restored
Verb
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Greene's criticism of her party and recent media appearances have revived speculation about her future.—
Khaleda Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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The shoe itself is an actual cleat with a translucent shell covering its studs, like the other boots being revived for the unreleased Cryoshot series.—
Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Barton will have to wait another month to receive his sentence for the six guilty counts the jury returned on charges of sending a grossly offensive electronic communication with intent to cause distress or anxiety to football broadcasters Eni Aluko and Lucy Ward, and TV and radio host Jeremy Vine.—
Greg O'Keeffe,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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Thomas returned the ball 10 yards to the Syracuse 23-yard line.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
9 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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The album is already available to be pre-saved.—
Jordana Comiter,
PEOPLE,
2 Oct. 2025
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The singer’s twelfth studio album, which is due out October 3, has become the most pre-saved project in the history of Spotify’s countdown page feature, according to the streaming platform.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In a series of high-pressure, high-temperature experiments designed to mimic the fiery beginnings of a young planet, scientists recreated the extreme environment where such worlds' molten rock and hydrogen gas interact.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
10 Nov. 2025
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The Heeler family home is recreated in uncanny detail—from Bandit’s armchair to the backyard barbecue—with interactive games (led by a cheeky garden gnome named Rhonda), music, and secret nooks that delight kids and grown-ups.—
Alli Forde,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The plaintiffs, which include third-place finisher Oscar Alejandro, argue that Frank Carollo should be removed from the runoff ballot and replaced by Alejandro, who would face off against second-place finisher Rolando Escalona, who netted 17% of the vote.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
10 Nov. 2025
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Cutforth replaced Madsen for the rest of the game, ending the night 14-of-29 for 106 yards, a touchdown and two interceptions.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
10 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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The project forms part of the ARC Industrial Transformation Research Hub for TREMS, which brings together scientists, industry, and government partners to turn reclaimed waste into high-value materials.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Oct. 2025
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The modern structure has been decked out in reclaimed timber and Roxbury granite, resulting in a rustic feel.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
23 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The renovation introduces a collection of new social spaces, refreshed guest rooms, and buzzy culinary venues.—
Regan Stephens,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Nov. 2025
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Screens displayed the election results, periodically refreshed as onlookers awaited the most recent vote tally.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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He was expected to stay in the job, the biggest in British television, at least until the corporation renewed its operating agreement, known as its royal charter, by the end of 2027.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
9 Nov. 2025
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The charter, which gets renewed at regular intervals, defines the BBC’s purposes and governance.—
Carly Thomas,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Nov. 2025
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“Restored.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/restored. Accessed 12 Nov. 2025.
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