Example Sentences

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Prologis has analyzed its land portfolio, identifying properties that could be suitable for data centers, either through new construction or refurbishing existing warehouses.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 4, 2026

There have been worries about the progress of the rollout of its new surgery robot, the da Vinci 5, and worries about competitors getting into the business of refurbishing and reselling used Intuitive parts.

From Barron's • Oct. 22, 2025

Trump talked about asphalt, painting and refurbishing the seats at the center, along with real estate, and often in the same sentence.

From Salon • Aug. 15, 2025

When hosting the Olympics, local officials typically try to present the best image of their city, which can include refurbishing landmarks and sports venues or cleaning up areas where homeless people congregate.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 14, 2025

As gracious as when he presented the check for refurbishing the Daughters of the Immaculate Heart library.

From "Purple Hibiscus" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie