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as in mint
being in an original and unused or unspoiled state
the restaurant uses only really fresh ingredients in all of its dishes
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as in wise
displaying or marked by rude boldness
if you are fresh with the art teacher, she'll give you a detention immediately
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as in new
not known or experienced before
a fresh look at the situation
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as in more
resulting in an increase in amount or number
she's making fresh changes on top of the existing ones
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as in stylish
slang
being in the latest or current fashion
those are some fresh threads you have on, man!
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Recent Examples of fresh
Ryan Mac, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2025
The new year is here - a time for ambitious goals, fresh starts, and maybe even pretending you like kale for a week or two.
—Marvin Krislov, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Kate Kassin, Bon Appétit, 6 Sep. 2024
The veteran running back likely won’t play in the Ravens’ final two preseason games, and Harbaugh said the team is managing Henry’s workload in camp to keep the 30-year-old fresh for September and beyond.
—Taylor Lyons, Baltimore Sun, 11 Aug. 2024
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Over the weekend, Mr. Musk faced fresh criticism for censorship when X blocked links to an investigative article by The Spectator, a conservative British publication, about an X account that some believed Mr. Musk secretly controlled.
—Ryan Mac, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2025
The new year is here - a time for ambitious goals, fresh starts, and maybe even pretending you like kale for a week or two.
—Marvin Krislov, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Noun
To keep the matcha fresh, store your tin inside a resealable plastic bag.
—Kate Kassin, Bon Appétit, 6 Sep. 2024
The veteran running back likely won’t play in the Ravens’ final two preseason games, and Harbaugh said the team is managing Henry’s workload in camp to keep the 30-year-old fresh for September and beyond.
—Taylor Lyons, Baltimore Sun, 11 Aug. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fresh
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Find someone who can be a sounding board and wise adviser with high mutual trust.Gregory Crawford, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
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Bowman is likely to add at the deadline, but giving Philp a shot in January and February would be wise.Allan Mitchell, The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
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Whether the Red Wings can keep this streak going hinges on Detroit’s ability to handle this early success under new coach Todd McLellan.Max Bultman, The Athletic, 13 Jan. 2025
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Inside, however, nothing original had been left in place and everything was new.Ulrich Clewing, Architectural Digest, 12 Jan. 2025
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When the winds pick up, the fires explode, creating more smoke.Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 11 Jan. 2025
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This story will be updated as more music relief efforts are made available.Ethan Millman, Rolling Stone, 10 Jan. 2025
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These comfortable, stylish over-ear headphones are lauded for their adjustable EQ and long-lasting battery, ensuring a tailored and uninterrupted listening experience.Shubham Yewale, PCMAG, 8 Jan. 2025
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The stylish hat has the team’s name embroidered in black, against an all-black hat.Christopher Murray, Fox News, 7 Jan. 2025
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The agricultural industry leverages trees as a way to buffer waterways and underground water supplies from their crops’ chemical pollutant runoff.Dan Lambe, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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Hochuli also noted that the game clock needed to be reset and there was a 10-second runoff.Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 5 Jan. 2025
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Accessible only by a scenic hike or kayak, this pristine spot offers a tranquil retreat with breathtaking views.Melissa Noel, Essence, 15 Jan. 2025
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As for other luxe ski resorts to head to this winter, destinations from Alaska to Patagonia are offering up pristine slopes for an over-the-top experience.Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 13 Jan. 2025
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Bloomberg/Getty Images The Biden administration announced a bold and controversial new export control scheme today, designed to prevent the advanced chips and artificial intelligence models themselves from ending up in the hands of adversaries such as China.Will Knight, WIRED, 13 Jan. 2025
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Breathing new life into a space that struggled to find its footing in the past, Chef Cabrera has brought a bold new vision to the table, blending Napa’s storied food scene with refreshing coastal flavors that undeniably deserve recognition in the culinary world.Keyla Vasconcellos, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
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Mindful of the land mines around establishing novel hunting seasons, and wincing over rejection of crane hunting on at least two previous occasions, promoters of the sandhill hunt were intentional about building stakeholder support for a season.Andrew McKean, Outdoor Life, 17 Jan. 2025
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The vehicle's first stage will land vertically, similarly to a Falcon 9 rocket, and the second stage, which has a novel metallic heat shield and engine design, will also land back on Earth.Eric Berger, Ars Technica, 15 Jan. 2025
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“Fresh.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fresh. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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