smarten

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Recent Examples of smarten The subtle, pink-hued elixir is housed inside a handsome chiseled glass bottle that is sure to smarten up any home bar. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 8 July 2022 This will not only smarten up the tree but, more importantly, also leave a small, clean wound that will heal more quickly. Washington Post, 7 July 2021 The real question is can NBA owners smarten up and become less greedy and give the finalists more than two months off before the start of a new season. Los Angeles Times, 5 June 2021 Among some of the other ways Kohler is attempting to smarten up your bathroom: ► Smart toilet. Brett Molina, USA TODAY, 12 Jan. 2021 See All Example Sentences for smarten
Recent Examples of Synonyms for smarten
Verb
  • Similarly freshen the inside of whichever entrance those who live here use most often with hooks for coats and bags, a landing spot for things like mail and mugs, and a basket for shoes.
    Berit Thorkelson, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Apr. 2025
  • Mercury in Gemini offers ideas to freshen your impact.
    USA TODAY, USA Today, 25 May 2025
Verb
  • The trees featured here flower at different times throughout the year and tolerate a range of growing conditions, offering beautiful options to brighten any landscape.
    Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 27 June 2025
  • Then give someone a sincere compliment to brighten his or her day.
    Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 27 June 2025
Verb
  • And accessorize with Jibbitz like this American flag jibbitz.
    Jené Luciani Sena may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom., FOXNews.com, 16 June 2025
  • The host accessorized with red choker necklaces, rings and red platform sandals. Season 7 of the reality dating show premiered on Peacock Tuesday, June 3, with some technical difficulties.
    Catherine Santino, People.com, 14 June 2025

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“Smarten.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/smarten. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.

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