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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
Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2025
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
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Apr. 2026
The historic property was most recently restored by the founder of Ryanair.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 7 Apr. 2026
After about 40 minutes without radio contact, Artemis II reemerged from behind the Moon and restored communications with engineers in Houston.
—Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 7 Apr. 2026
Recoverable products are restored and returned to inventory, while non-recoverable items are dispositioned based on the customer’s discretion.
—Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 7 Apr. 2026
But most of the original elements have been restored, including the interior and exterior paint colors, window functions, gear shifts and brake lights.
—Maura Fox, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Apr. 2026
Alum Roy Williams restored the blueblood to glory beginning with his hire in 2003, winning three more national championships in 2005, 2009 and 2017.
—Rohan Nadkarni, NBC news, 6 Apr. 2026
Over the Knoxville weekend, RAM allowed more than 500 patients to see, 700 live without pain and restored the smiles of 24.
—Scott Pelley, CBS News, 5 Apr. 2026
Transportation Security Administration employees, including airport security screeners, are required to work but will not be paid until after funding is restored.
—Graham Hurley, CNN Money, 31 Mar. 2026
Adjective
The Grand 1894 Opera House, one of the most beautiful historic theaters in Texas, offers concerts, touring shows, and performances year-round in an intimate, restored setting.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2025
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
Some of the finest original details were restored, from the 1930s blue mosaic floor in the soaring brasserie to the aged mirrors, marble staircase, and glass elevator.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Apr. 2026
The historic property was most recently restored by the founder of Ryanair.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 7 Apr. 2026
After about 40 minutes without radio contact, Artemis II reemerged from behind the Moon and restored communications with engineers in Houston.
—Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 7 Apr. 2026
Recoverable products are restored and returned to inventory, while non-recoverable items are dispositioned based on the customer’s discretion.
—Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 7 Apr. 2026
But most of the original elements have been restored, including the interior and exterior paint colors, window functions, gear shifts and brake lights.
—Maura Fox, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Apr. 2026
Alum Roy Williams restored the blueblood to glory beginning with his hire in 2003, winning three more national championships in 2005, 2009 and 2017.
—Rohan Nadkarni, NBC news, 6 Apr. 2026
Over the Knoxville weekend, RAM allowed more than 500 patients to see, 700 live without pain and restored the smiles of 24.
—Scott Pelley, CBS News, 5 Apr. 2026
Transportation Security Administration employees, including airport security screeners, are required to work but will not be paid until after funding is restored.
—Graham Hurley, CNN Money, 31 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for restored
Verb
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The state Department of Environmental Management revived the plan in 1991, due in no small part to the energy of senior planner Ginny Leslie.—
Alex Kuffner,
The Providence Journal,
6 Apr. 2026
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The new pope revived traditions including greeting worshipers in 10 languages and carrying the cross on Good Friday, signaling departures from recent papal practice.—
Colleen Barry,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Baseball president Paul DePodesta returned after a 10-year hiatus to accept this assignment and found himself in the TV booth as the Phillies used Lorenzen as batting practice.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
4 Apr. 2026
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Scorcio’s mother returned from a trip with the tortoise.—
Graham Womack,
Sacbee.com,
4 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Spotify noted that the album is one of the most pre-saved album Countdown Pages in platform history, with more than five million presaves.—
Mitchell Peters,
Billboard,
21 Mar. 2026
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In three regular season matches, Charlotte has held Messi to only one goal and a saved penalty.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
13 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The local population could relish seeing their own history recreated, from the early migrations from Europe to the present day.—
John Haddad,
The Conversation,
3 Apr. 2026
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Two elegant lounges around the main reception hold deep velvet sofas, and the décor is all original or recreated oak panelling, intricate cornicing, 19th century fireplaces and granite flagstones.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Silseth replaced Joey Lucchesi with two on in the seventh and struck Rivas looking, Luke Raley swinging and got Raleigh to ground out to second.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
5 Apr. 2026
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Steel piers replaced wooden structures, and rigs reached farther from shore.—
Jeffrey Marlow,
New Yorker,
5 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Thaddeus Mosley, known for his dramatic abstract sculptures made from reclaimed wood, died on March 6 at his home in Pittsburgh.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
8 Mar. 2026
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Made with reclaimed wood from the original house and colored with touches of the red and yellow of the Spanish flag and old family photos, the neighborhood bar has a worn charm and approachability, with a TV at the end of the bar that will be tuned to sports.—
Matthew Odam,
Austin American Statesman,
4 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Formulated with French rose water, this luxurious micellar water leaves skin feeling soft and refreshed.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
7 Apr. 2026
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Soriano allowed one run in eight innings, doing precisely what the Angels needed to allow their relievers to be refreshed after the weekend.—
Jeff Fletcher,
Oc Register,
7 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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One winner crafted a new law to give rehabilitated prisoners a second chance.—
Sharon Chin,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Restored.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/restored. Accessed 10 Apr. 2026.
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