freshen up
phrasal verb
freshened up; freshening up; freshens up
: to wash oneself in order to feel clean and fresh
I feel like I need to freshen up after my long trip.
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Alternatively, take a small packet of laundry soap sheets to clean or freshen up clothing in your cabin.
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David Nikel, Forbes, 7 Sep. 2024
So cart up these limited-time Amazon fashion deals — currently marked down as much as 75% — to freshen up your summer outfits without hurting your wallet.
—Vivien Lee, refinery29.com, 17 July 2024
There's also a hot and cold buffet (with dim sum!), a self-serve bar with an impressively wide range of wines, and shower suites for freshening up.
—Stefanie Waldek, Travel + Leisure, 9 Aug. 2024
To freshen up the bustling landmark while paying homage to its 143-year-old history.
—Sarah Kuta, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2024
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David Nikel, Forbes, 7 Sep. 2024
So cart up these limited-time Amazon fashion deals — currently marked down as much as 75% — to freshen up your summer outfits without hurting your wallet.
—Vivien Lee, refinery29.com, 17 July 2024
There's also a hot and cold buffet (with dim sum!), a self-serve bar with an impressively wide range of wines, and shower suites for freshening up.
—Stefanie Waldek, Travel + Leisure, 9 Aug. 2024
To freshen up the bustling landmark while paying homage to its 143-year-old history.
—Sarah Kuta, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2024
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“Freshen up.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/freshen%20up. Accessed 20 Sep. 2024.
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