as in to freshen
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Recent Examples of smarten
The subtle, pink-hued elixir is housed inside a handsome chiseled glass bottle that is sure to smarten up any home bar.
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Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 8 July 2022
This will not only smarten up the tree but, more importantly, also leave a small, clean wound that will heal more quickly.
—Washington Post, 7 July 2021
The real question is can NBA owners smarten up and become less greedy and give the finalists more than two months off before the start of a new season.
—Los Angeles Times, 5 June 2021
Among some of the other ways Kohler is attempting to smarten up your bathroom: ► Smart toilet.
—Brett Molina, USA TODAY, 12 Jan. 2021
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Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 8 July 2022
This will not only smarten up the tree but, more importantly, also leave a small, clean wound that will heal more quickly.
—Washington Post, 7 July 2021
The real question is can NBA owners smarten up and become less greedy and give the finalists more than two months off before the start of a new season.
—Los Angeles Times, 5 June 2021
Among some of the other ways Kohler is attempting to smarten up your bathroom: ► Smart toilet.
—Brett Molina, USA TODAY, 12 Jan. 2021
See All Example Sentences for smarten
Recent Examples of Synonyms for smarten
Verb
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There probably needs to be a clear out to freshen things up for both the players and the club.—
Sam Lee,
The Athletic,
24 Feb. 2025
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Once in the water, the blossoms — dormant now for two weeks — began to freshen.—
Thomas Curwen,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Casa Loewe’s golden facade brightens the Jing’an Kerry Center commercial district.—
WWD,
WWD,
28 Feb. 2025
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Use a cotton swab to work the treatment into seams and to brighten up vents, crevices and other irregular surfaces. Passport: Explore the finest destinations and experiences around the world in the Forbes Passport newsletter.—
Jim Gorzelany,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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Witherspoon added her own personal flair to the look in true Elle Woods fashion, accessorizing the ankle-length black coat with gold hoops, burgundy heels, and a matching red purse.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Feb. 2025
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The actress layered a roomy leather jacket over a sheer floral dress, accessorizing with a miniature version of the brand’s Jackie handbag.—
Hannah Malach,
WWD,
18 Feb. 2025
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“Smarten.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/smarten. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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