refreshing
adjective
re·fresh·ing
ri-ˈfre-shiŋ 
: serving to refresh
especially
: agreeably stimulating because of freshness or newness
a refreshing change of pace
Examples of refreshing in a Sentence
Working on the new project was a refreshing change.
It is refreshing to hear some good news about him.
a refreshing glass of cold water
My swim was very refreshing.
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Besides, an afternoon downpour can actually be quite refreshing when the temperatures are high, and offer a break from the humidity.
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Roger Sands, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
The nostalgic touch was refreshing for Anitta, who has previously been the subject of docuseries.
—Edward Segarra, USA TODAY, 21 Mar. 2025
Another store favorite is the Elizabeth Spencer North Coast Sauvignon Blanc from Mendocino, which is a great value at around $20 and has a bit more citrus fruit, but is still crisp, dry, and refreshing.
—Jessie Heyman, Vogue, 20 Mar. 2025
Hanlon spoke to Newsweek about what inspired her to share the outlook that TikTok users found refreshing.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 17 Mar. 2025
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Roger Sands, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
The nostalgic touch was refreshing for Anitta, who has previously been the subject of docuseries.
—Edward Segarra, USA TODAY, 21 Mar. 2025
Another store favorite is the Elizabeth Spencer North Coast Sauvignon Blanc from Mendocino, which is a great value at around $20 and has a bit more citrus fruit, but is still crisp, dry, and refreshing.
—Jessie Heyman, Vogue, 20 Mar. 2025
Hanlon spoke to Newsweek about what inspired her to share the outlook that TikTok users found refreshing.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 17 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for refreshing
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“Refreshing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/refreshing. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.
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refreshing
adjective
re·fresh·ing
ri-ˈfresh-iŋ
: serving to refresh
especially
: pleasing because of freshness or newness
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