How to Use refreshing in a Sentence

refreshing

adjective
  • Working on the new project was a refreshing change.
  • It is refreshing to hear some good news about him.
  • My swim was very refreshing.
  • This is in a way what makes On the Verge feel refreshing.
    — Sheena Scott, Forbes, 11 Sep. 2021
  • The hedge fund believes the board has the wrong skill sets and needs refreshing.
    — Alicia Adamczyk, Fortune, 28 June 2025
  • Just to talk about success and the Mile in the same breath is refreshing.
    — Dave Kallmann, Journal Sentinel, 15 Sep. 2022
  • Each bite of this light and refreshing cake has the smooth, sweet snap of lemon.
    — Yadi Rodriguez, cleveland, 15 Nov. 2022
  • That is so much more refreshing for both the staff and the business.
    — George Deeb, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2022
  • Serve chilled or over ice for the most refreshing quaff.
    — Alisha McDarris, Popular Science, 2 Aug. 2023
  • And that is like the most refreshing thing and these kids will humble you.
    — Carly Thomas, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Oct. 2024
  • But that should be the end of it, as a refreshing air mass moves in by Tuesday.
    — Greg Porter, Washington Post, 11 Sep. 2022
  • Few things are quite as refreshing as a dip in the pool on a hot summer day.
    — Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Apr. 2023
  • The palate is light and crisp, with a refreshing finish.
    — Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 17 Aug. 2024
  • Having time off for the first time in a long time was refreshing.
    — Leena Tailor, Variety, 20 Sep. 2021
  • And what was once a good night’s sleep no longer feels refreshing.
    — Erin Prater, Fortune, 26 Dec. 2022
  • And getting to see you in the ad and hearing your voice is very refreshing.
    — Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 26 Oct. 2023
  • What to drink: The spiced orange cold brew ($5.75) is tart and refreshing.
    — Megan Stringer, Axios, 26 Feb. 2025
  • Light, refreshing breezes blow from the north and northwest.
    — Matt Rogers, Washington Post, 12 Sep. 2023
  • Seeing that the world is bigger than the two of you could be very refreshing.
    — Tarot Astrologers, chicagotribune.com, 9 Oct. 2021
  • While they’re made to be light and refreshing (hence the name), the drinks also reflect the slow pace of this cozy time of year.
    — Bryce Jones, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Feb. 2025
  • It’s dry and refreshing, with flavors of licorice and herbs.
    — New York Times, 21 July 2022
  • And the fresh air fragrance is as refreshing as a cool breeze on a summer day.
    — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 22 Apr. 2023
  • The thundering 808s and pre-chorus hand claps add a refreshing depth to the beat.
    — Alex Suskind, Vulture, 3 Aug. 2023
  • That's got to be refreshing for Blazers' fans to hear at this point.
    — Mike D. Sykes, USA TODAY, 21 Aug. 2021
  • Keeping cool over the next few months could revolve around the blades of a refreshing fan.
    — Matt Fuchs, TIME, 5 June 2024
  • Sweet tea is refreshing and the South has many more hot months than other places.
    — Ben Flanagan | [email protected], al, 15 Apr. 2021
  • The rosé tastes like rosé, the red tastes like a red blend and the white option, my favorite, does have a light, refreshing fruity taste.
    — Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 8 Sep. 2023
  • The scaly skin peels off easily, and the soft flesh is refreshing.
    — Washington Post, 8 Apr. 2022
  • That isn’t the only difference—finger lime, ginger, and turmeric are added to the botanical mix as well, making this overproof gin flavorful and refreshing despite its high proof.
    — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 24 June 2025
  • The nearly finished cars feature a refreshing color scheme, hardwood tables, plush seating, and fresh carpeting.
    — Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 23 June 2025

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