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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If refreshing your home is a goal for 2026, consider soft pieces that make your space feel extra cozy during winter.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026 -
When paired with the refreshing quiet of the desert, the setting is truly a respite from daily stressors.—
Kristine Thomason,
Outside,
11 Jan. 2026
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Instead of stimulating the brain, alcohol slows it down and loosens inhibitions.—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
10 Jan. 2026
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So to ensure that everyone is working in harmony, the exec is revamping the usual chain of command; Colgate’s top leaders are hearing out entry-level staffers, stimulating the flow of ideas between ranks and generations to generate the best possible outcome.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
9 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Stingley brought photos of Corey to the restorative justice meeting with Berringer in April.—
Megan O’Matz,
ProPublica,
13 Jan. 2026
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As a complement to the line's A30 Elemental Serum and Inner Dose Daily Skin Supplement, the night cream, which went on sale today, serves as a restorative treatment.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
13 Jan. 2026
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“Vitalizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vitalizing. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.
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