refresh
verb (used with object)
to provide new vigor and energy by rest, food, etc. (often used reflexively).
was refreshing
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past progressiveof refresh.past progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that was happening at a specific time in the past.
Example Sentences
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Vibrant green and pleasantly balanced, it was refreshing without being overly sweet.
From Salon ● Jun. 11, 2026
As a lifelong practicing Catholic, I must say that it was refreshing to read Mr. Shafran’s account of Chief Rabbi Warren Goldstein’s reply to Pope Leo.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 5, 2026
Sculptor Lily Marsh said it was "refreshing" to swap stone for snow.
From BBC ● Mar. 1, 2026
Amazingly, Lynda didn’t flinch, and her honesty, unfiltered yet graceful, was refreshing and alluring.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 12, 2025
The fragrance of the steam was refreshing, and those that were unhurt felt their minds calmed and cleared.
From "The Fellowship of the Ring" by J.R.R. Tolkien
