- present participle of refresh.
refreshing
Example Sentences
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Tasting notes: Crisp, energetic, and driven by vibrant acidity and subtle mineral notes, Benjamin said, with a refreshing saline finish.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
But there’s a refreshing absence of nostalgia in Hayakawa’s conception of Fuki and her quizzical processing of her father’s fatal illness.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
“Doomjobbing” is the cycle of endlessly applying for employment postings, refreshing LinkedIn and scrolling job boards without making meaningful progress toward meaningful employment.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026
Nick, from Warrington: All this talk of overruling VAR's recommendation for Cunha's goal, but it's actually refreshing to see a referee take ownership of a decision and stand by it.
From BBC • May 17, 2026
The chapter has only been up for a couple minutes and I’m already wanting to keep refreshing the page for new reads and reviews.
From "What If It's Us" by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera
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