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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Romance and friendship here feel equal, refreshing and built on mutual admiration.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
29 Jan. 2026 -
This refreshing drink combines turmeric powder, lemon juice, raw honey (for taste), and coconut or mineral water.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Verywell Health,
29 Jan. 2026
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That’s because immigration helps revitalize neighborhoods by stimulating the local economy and strengthening community organization.—
Aubrey Jackson Soller,
Baltimore Sun,
3 Feb. 2026
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Doing so requires stimulating the muscles in a way that encourages hypertrophy, or muscle growth.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
1 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The Cancer moon invites you to sink into restorative downtime to recharge your batteries.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
31 Jan. 2026
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The passionate youthfulness here and the spa’s holistic, restorative aura might seem like odd bedfellows, but the chemistry between the two enriches rather than contradicts the overall vibe of cool, refined, New York-ness.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Vitalizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vitalizing. Accessed 4 Feb. 2026.
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