refreshed; refreshing; refreshes
1
: to restore strength and animation to : revive
2
: to freshen up : renovate
3
4
: to run water over or restore water to
5
: to update or renew (something, such as an image, the contents of a computer memory, or the displayed version of a Web page) especially by sending a new signal
… on a 720p HDTV, each pixel gets refreshed 60 times a second.—
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Family CircleIf you are unsure of whether the content you are viewing on a Web page is current, you should refresh the Web page.—Gary B. Shelley and Misty E. Vermaat
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refresh
noun
Synonyms
Examples of refresh in a Sentence
brought out some iced tea to refresh the spirits of the folks working out in the sun
we were looking for a family-friendly restaurant where we could sit down and refresh before continuing
Recent Examples on the Web
According to the brand, the purifier fully refreshes the air every hour, but many reviewers noticed results even quicker.
—Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 13 Apr. 2024
When there's no time for a wash, this new formula absorbs oil and refreshes my hair in seconds.
—Andrea Navarro, Glamour, 12 Apr. 2024
Also on Wednesday, Sens. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., and Ron Wyden, D-Ore., sent a letter to the chief of General Dynamics, the military contractor that oversaw the FAFSA refresh under a nine-figure deal.
—Haley Messenger, NBC News, 11 Apr. 2024
Skipping a year means that the shows will be refreshed, and the programming for the convention won’t be just be a repeat of 2023’s BravoCon.
—Kate Aurthur, Variety, 10 Apr. 2024
It’s formulated with plenty of caffeine to de-puff tired bags, peptides to improve the appearance of dark circles, and other skin-friendly ingredients to reduce those pesky signs of long travel days by leaving you fresh, energized, and refreshed.
—Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 6 Apr. 2024
This fantastic dog shampoo is specially formulated to soothe and heal dry, itchy skin, leaving your furry friend feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
Spiked with bourbon, this big batch cocktail will cool and refresh guests by the pool or on the porch.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 28 Mar. 2024
By reinterpreting traditional folk songs, Blount not only refreshes their meanings but also initiates critical discussions on contemporary issues.
—David L. Coddon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Mar. 2024
Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 13 Apr. 2024
When there's no time for a wash, this new formula absorbs oil and refreshes my hair in seconds.
—Andrea Navarro, Glamour, 12 Apr. 2024
Also on Wednesday, Sens. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., and Ron Wyden, D-Ore., sent a letter to the chief of General Dynamics, the military contractor that oversaw the FAFSA refresh under a nine-figure deal.
—Haley Messenger, NBC News, 11 Apr. 2024
Skipping a year means that the shows will be refreshed, and the programming for the convention won’t be just be a repeat of 2023’s BravoCon.
—Kate Aurthur, Variety, 10 Apr. 2024
It’s formulated with plenty of caffeine to de-puff tired bags, peptides to improve the appearance of dark circles, and other skin-friendly ingredients to reduce those pesky signs of long travel days by leaving you fresh, energized, and refreshed.
—Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 6 Apr. 2024
This fantastic dog shampoo is specially formulated to soothe and heal dry, itchy skin, leaving your furry friend feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
Spiked with bourbon, this big batch cocktail will cool and refresh guests by the pool or on the porch.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 28 Mar. 2024
By reinterpreting traditional folk songs, Blount not only refreshes their meanings but also initiates critical discussions on contemporary issues.
—David L. Coddon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Mar. 2024
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“Refresh.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/refresh. Accessed 20 Apr. 2024.
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