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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Reels and videos of your community supporting you is a less expensive way of freshening up your marketing plan. —

Expert Panel®, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024 After freshening up, Billy goes into his room to find several reminders of the Road, including a Lorna Wu poster, a figurine of the Wicked Witch of the West, a ouija board and more. —

Katie Campione, Deadline, 30 Oct. 2024 Use it to freshen up after a bouldering workout, stash it in your Aspen travel bag, or lean into autumn by pairing the palette with an apple-picking expedition. —

Jenny Berg, Vogue, 19 Oct. 2024 Private restrooms and a spacious shower suite are also available for travelers looking to freshen up before their flights, and the outdoor seating area offers a rare chance to relax in the fresh air while waiting to board. —

Jordi Lippe-McGraw, Forbes, 26 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for freshen up