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as in reviving
to bring back to a former condition or vigor
restore an old car
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as in returning
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 restoring
To help preserve the surrounding landscape, the hotel has also rented out a part of the surrounding ranch for the purpose of relocating livestock and restoring wildlife.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 May 2026
No silver bullet exists for protecting or restoring bat populations affected by white-nose syndrome, but promising efforts are underway.
—The Conversation, Fortune, 14 May 2026
Perenchio worked to stabilize Univision by putting more money into its stations, tightening management, and restoring its supply of programming.
—Bynick Tabor, Encyclopedia Britannica, 14 May 2026
Procedurally, success also means restoring transparency and accountability to the Senate.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 May 2026
Find out how much funding Congress would need to approve to begin restoring the stockpile.
—Elizabeth Robinson, NBC news, 14 May 2026
Park 597 was home to a city water treatment plant until the park district took over the property in 2019 and started restoring the natural habitat.
—ABC News, 13 May 2026
However, researchers say the work is not just about restoring what once existed, but preparing forests for a climate that no longer resembles the past.
—Annika Hammerschlag, Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026
If Democrats win control, the first priority must be fiscal responsibility, lowering costs for working families and restoring civility — working together for Americans instead of self-interest or extreme ideology.
—Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 May 2026
No silver bullet exists for protecting or restoring bat populations affected by white-nose syndrome, but promising efforts are underway.
—The Conversation, Fortune, 14 May 2026
Perenchio worked to stabilize Univision by putting more money into its stations, tightening management, and restoring its supply of programming.
—Bynick Tabor, Encyclopedia Britannica, 14 May 2026
Procedurally, success also means restoring transparency and accountability to the Senate.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 May 2026
Find out how much funding Congress would need to approve to begin restoring the stockpile.
—Elizabeth Robinson, NBC news, 14 May 2026
Park 597 was home to a city water treatment plant until the park district took over the property in 2019 and started restoring the natural habitat.
—ABC News, 13 May 2026
However, researchers say the work is not just about restoring what once existed, but preparing forests for a climate that no longer resembles the past.
—Annika Hammerschlag, Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026
If Democrats win control, the first priority must be fiscal responsibility, lowering costs for working families and restoring civility — working together for Americans instead of self-interest or extreme ideology.
—Lucas Robinson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for restoring
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By pairing hers with loose, straight-leg denim, Miley Cyrus proved that Hannah Montana isn’t the only thing worth reviving in 2026.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
14 May 2026
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This collaboration continues that legacy, reviving the core black style while introducing a new expression in brown.—
Stephen Garner,
Footwear News,
14 May 2026
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Paintsil’s assist was his fourth in eight matches this season since returning from an injury.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2026
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Importantly, Sorbara highlighted FANG's decision to remove its formal target of returning 50% of free cash flow to shareholders starting next quarter, giving the company more flexibility to use excess cash in the current oil price environment.—
TipRanks.com Staff,
CNBC,
10 May 2026
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Explore options for hiking, sightseeing, and recreating outside of Yosemite Valley—and check the park website for real-time conditions, seasonal updates, and more trip-planning tools.—
Jessica Chapel,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 May 2026
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On this night, that spirit was on full display from families recreating iconic scenes to longtime enthusiasts gathering in celebration of a story that has spanned nearly five decades.—
Daily News,
Daily News,
8 May 2026
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Ghia’s take on the XK140 was likely even faster, since its lightweight aluminum body—replacing the standard model’s steel shell—shaved as much as 220 pounds.—
Howard Walker,
Robb Report,
13 May 2026
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There’s no replacing a filmmakers perspective or authorship.—
Matt Donnelly,
Variety,
13 May 2026
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That means strengthening job training and apprenticeship programs, making serious investments in manufacturing, and renewing Trade Adjustment Assistance – a vital program to help American workers get back on their feet that Republicans allowed to expire.—
Linda Sánchez,
Oc Register,
9 May 2026
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Authorities are renewing their search for the body of Kristen Smart, 30 years after the California woman vanished.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
7 May 2026
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The dedicated Moon Mode within Vaonis' Singularity app delivers a live, non-stacked view of the lunar surface, refreshing every few seconds for a near real-time observing experience.—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
15 May 2026
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The key is consistency, because this system does not stop collecting or refreshing your information.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
9 May 2026
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The school is also renovating the program’s offices and locker rooms, with Turgeon and Martin raising money to help.—
PJ Green,
Kansas City Star,
12 May 2026
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That revenue also helps alleviate traffic in busy areas, adding lanes and renovating roads to tamp down on bumper-to-bumper traffic.—
Jake Angelo,
Fortune,
11 May 2026
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Public funds are meant to serve the common good — repairing roads, supporting veterans, improving schools, strengthening public safety and protecting programs that millions of working families rely on.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
9 May 2026
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Today’s wind business is mostly servicing and repairing units that have already been installed.—
Justin Worland,
Time,
8 May 2026
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“Restoring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/restoring. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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