Thesaurus results for REFRESHEN

refreshen

verb

ri-ˈfre-shən

Definition of refreshen

as in to refresh

to bring back to a former condition or vigor refreshened the wilting flowers by cutting the stems again and putting them in a vase with water

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Under the pioneering spirit of art director Luca Nichetto, a global roster of names are refreshing this ages-old company’s profile, among them Swedish design studio Claesson Koivisto Rune.

— Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2026
Days ago, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists refreshed its recommendations on menopause treatment options.

— Lyndon Haviland, Washington Post, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of refresh

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Krusty’s attempt to revive his declining show during a Halloween special goes horribly wrong when the Devil arrives to collect on Bart’s deal to eliminate the competition.

— Joshua Kurp, Vulture, 26 Oct. 2026
The sighting of the faceless ghost revived the history of the unsolved murder all over again.

— Marcus Librizzi, The Conversation, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of revive

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The diversification strategy was on display last week, when the Montreal Port Authority (MPA) renewed its 2018 collaboration agreement with India’s Adani Group, the conglomerate that operates several Indian seaports including Mundra Port.

— Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 20 Oct. 2026
The property sits on a long-term lease held by the federal government, last renewed for 20 years in 2021.

— Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 20 Oct. 2026

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