as in refreshing
having a renewing effect on the state of the body or mind
a vitalizing steam bath
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as in stimulating
to give life, vigor, or spirit to
a hearty lunch and a long nap afterwards vitalized him again
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Adjective
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While both flavors share the same SPF actives and nourishing base, the Mint version delivers a refreshing, tingly finish from peppermint oil and menthol, while the Açai option leans sweeter with antioxidant-rich fruit extracts.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
25 Oct. 2025 -
Born in the California beach enclave of Montecito, the Napoleon comes by its refreshing summer vibes honestly, even if it is made with a seemingly unsummery spirit.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
25 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Pneumococcal vaccines work by stimulating an immune system response to pneumonia bacteria.—
Helen Carefoot,
Flow Space,
20 Oct. 2025
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The mouse portion of the new research found that Covid mRNA vaccination appeared to make the immune system more attuned to recognizing tumors as a threat by stimulating dendritic cells, a type of white blood cell.—
Kaitlin Sullivan,
NBC news,
19 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Advertisement Separating fact from fiction Despite its restorative effect on people like me, horror has a reputation for the opposite.—
Delaney Rebernik,
Time,
27 Oct. 2025
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Sautner, Eastern State's CEO for the last two years, has an extensive background in civic education and has worked in restorative justice and criminal justice reform.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
26 Oct. 2025
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“Vitalizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vitalizing. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.
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