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as in revived
to bring back to a former condition or vigor
restore an old car
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as in returned
to bring, send, or put back to a former or proper place
restored the trophy to its proper place at the center of the shelf
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as in reconditioned
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Recent Examples of restored
Leo Barraclough, Variety, 14 Aug. 2025
Mathew Rodriguez, Them., 23 Oct. 2025
The 372-acre spread dates back to 1715, but the main house has been renovated and the other historic buildings restored by notable designers, such as Suzanne Kasler and Amy Morris.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 23 Oct. 2025
Congressional Democrats have refused to allow the federal government, now shuttered for three weeks, to reopen until those cuts are restored.
—Sarah D. Wire, USA Today, 23 Oct. 2025
The mill said the looms will be restored and integrated into a dedicated production line focused on premium selvedge denim, with operations expected to begin in early 2026.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 22 Oct. 2025
Netflix notes that many of these cinemas have been restored to their former glory.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 22 Oct. 2025
Mysterious Skin was digitally restored by the Academy Film Archive and UCLA Film & Television Archive in conjunction with Sundance Institute in 4K from the original 35 mm A/B camera negatives and original sound elements.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 21 Oct. 2025
Luxottica then lost the license to Safilo SpA in 2003, but the original tie-up was eventually restored with the deal effective in 2013.
—Footwear News, 21 Oct. 2025
If federal support for the ACA and Medicaid are not restored, 22 million Americans, including over 2 million Californians, will see their premiums increase by thousands of dollars at the beginning of next year.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 21 Oct. 2025
Verb
In her most personal work yet, Nguyen shows how togetherness and storytelling can transform grief into healing, hope and restored kinship.
—Leo Barraclough, Variety, 14 Aug. 2025
Adjective
Protesters in Orlando, Florida, restored rainbow crosswalks nearby to the Pulse Memorial, erected in memory of the Pulse nightclub shooting, several times.
—Mathew Rodriguez, Them., 23 Oct. 2025
The 372-acre spread dates back to 1715, but the main house has been renovated and the other historic buildings restored by notable designers, such as Suzanne Kasler and Amy Morris.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 23 Oct. 2025
Congressional Democrats have refused to allow the federal government, now shuttered for three weeks, to reopen until those cuts are restored.
—Sarah D. Wire, USA Today, 23 Oct. 2025
The mill said the looms will be restored and integrated into a dedicated production line focused on premium selvedge denim, with operations expected to begin in early 2026.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 22 Oct. 2025
Netflix notes that many of these cinemas have been restored to their former glory.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 22 Oct. 2025
Mysterious Skin was digitally restored by the Academy Film Archive and UCLA Film & Television Archive in conjunction with Sundance Institute in 4K from the original 35 mm A/B camera negatives and original sound elements.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 21 Oct. 2025
Luxottica then lost the license to Safilo SpA in 2003, but the original tie-up was eventually restored with the deal effective in 2013.
—Footwear News, 21 Oct. 2025
If federal support for the ACA and Medicaid are not restored, 22 million Americans, including over 2 million Californians, will see their premiums increase by thousands of dollars at the beginning of next year.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 21 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for restored
Verb
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In 2021, The Courier Journal revived its Top Workplaces program, which celebrates employers going above and beyond to support their employees.—
Kathryn Gregory,
Louisville Courier Journal,
23 Oct. 2025
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That said, while each companion’s abilities bring something to the table, they get downed by enemies a lot, which renders their abilities unusable until they can be revived.—
Jason Fanelli,
Rolling Stone,
23 Oct. 2025
Verb
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After Mountain View was forced to punt on the next possession, Blair caught the punt in mid-stride and returned it 35 yards to the Mountain View 5-yard line.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
26 Oct. 2025
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Strong defensive line play from both sides kept the game low scoring, but a second-quarter interception returned for a touchdown and a lengthy fourth-quarter drive provided all the offense Thayer needed to pull off a 14-0 upset victory over the previously unbeaten Lions.—
Jack Murray,
Boston Herald,
26 Oct. 2025
Verb
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There, heaped into a sad pile of rubble, is a part of the world’s most recognizable structures, one that’s been etched into our minds via many film and TV series that recreated the homebase for fictional political dynasties and presidents.—
Kevin Dolak,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Oct. 2025
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The star recreated her iconic Madonna cone bra Halloween costume from the 1993 Disney classic.—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
24 Oct. 2025
Verb
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In the owner’s en suite, Heesen replaced one of the original dual toilets with a vanity area.—
Julia Zaltzman,
Robb Report,
27 Oct. 2025
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The East Wing, which, in part, housed the office of the first lady and the Presidential Emergency Operations Center, will be replaced by a ballroom.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
PEOPLE,
27 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The album is already available to be pre-saved.—
Jordana Comiter,
PEOPLE,
2 Oct. 2025
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The singer’s twelfth studio album, which is due out October 3, has become the most pre-saved project in the history of Spotify’s countdown page feature, according to the streaming platform.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Here's your complete guide for cleaning glass windows with vinegar to achieve a bright and refreshed interior.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
24 Oct. 2025
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The $28-million upgrade not only refreshed the 50 guest rooms inside the historic main building, but also added 17 suites with terraces and harbor views, plus 15 spacious cottages ideal for families.—
Sarah Bruning,
Travel + Leisure,
24 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The modern structure has been decked out in reclaimed timber and Roxbury granite, resulting in a rustic feel.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
23 Oct. 2025
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The canvas wall panels have been drenched in Erdem’s signature blue, and the reclaimed floor tiles are patterned and colorful.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
23 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Now, with a lawsuit challenging Shalom's plans to expand, the facility faces renewed scrutiny and broader questions about how Wisconsin oversees private zoos.—
Quinn Clark,
jsonline.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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Four children were among at least 14 people wounded in a Russian overnight air attack on Kyiv, officials said on Sunday, hours after Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky renewed calls for more Patriot missile defense systems.—
Laura Sharman,
CNN Money,
26 Oct. 2025
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“Restored.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/restored. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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