refreshing
adjective
re·fresh·ing
ri-ˈfre-shiŋ 
: serving to refresh
especially
: agreeably stimulating because of freshness or newness
a refreshing change of pace
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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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Enjoy kiwi sliced atop your morning muesli or as a refreshing snack between meals.
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Alessandra Signorelli, Vogue, 3 July 2024
This refreshing facial spray with aloe, cucumber, and green tea is hydrating and fragrant for a travel pick-me-up any time — whether during a day in transit or at your destination before heading out the door.
—Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 2 July 2024
Sunny, refreshing breezes from the north gusting near 20 mph at times, and comfortable air (50s dew points) accompanying temperatures in the upper 70s to low 80s.
—A. Camden Walker, Washington Post, 1 July 2024
Tips For Consuming Sparkling Water Sparkling water is a refreshing drink on its own.
—Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Rdn, Ld, Health, 1 July 2024
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Alessandra Signorelli, Vogue, 3 July 2024
This refreshing facial spray with aloe, cucumber, and green tea is hydrating and fragrant for a travel pick-me-up any time — whether during a day in transit or at your destination before heading out the door.
—Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 2 July 2024
Sunny, refreshing breezes from the north gusting near 20 mph at times, and comfortable air (50s dew points) accompanying temperatures in the upper 70s to low 80s.
—A. Camden Walker, Washington Post, 1 July 2024
Tips For Consuming Sparkling Water Sparkling water is a refreshing drink on its own.
—Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Rdn, Ld, Health, 1 July 2024
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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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