as in refreshing
having a renewing effect on the state of the body or mind
an invigorating breeze made our afternoon sail all the more enjoyable
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as in stimulating
to give life, vigor, or spirit to
the fresh air and sunshine invigorated the children after a long winter indoors
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Recent Examples of invigorating
Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 3 Feb. 2025
When on offer, the bisque is an invigorating and refreshing version of the classic.
—The Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appétit, 21 Oct. 2024
Across forms and genres, the selection brought an invigorating sense of what’s on tap from African creators in the coming years.
—Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 24 July 2024
This peel removed some surface skin and targeted more stubborn areas, such as our heels, for a more invigorating chemical exfoliation.
—Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 14 Mar. 2024
Marking its 40th anniversary, LFW upheld its reputation as a global hub of the most invigorating fresh talent.
—Sarah Mower, Vogue, 20 Feb. 2024
Users delight in the invigorating and refreshing sensation that accompanies each intake, thanks to the delightful mint flavor that amplifies overall satisfaction.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 22 July 2023
HITTING THE slopes during the winter is one of the most invigorating ways to get your blood pumping.
—John Thompson, Men's Health, 2 Dec. 2022
The most invigorating test could come Saturday.
—Ben Bolch, Los Angeles Times, 1 Mar. 2022
Randy Myers, Mercury News, 11 Apr. 2025
Visit the company’s website today to learn more and see what its invigorating products can do for you!
—Grace Butler, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2025
Elsewhere, a state-of-the-art wellness center featuring five private massage rooms, a sauna, a Turkish bath, and an invigorating ice cascade serves as a sanctuary of relaxation.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 31 Mar. 2025
The universe is invigorating you with a wild sense of adventure, Leo.
—Kyle Thomas, People.com, 23 Mar. 2025
In recent years, Sagittarius, there’s been quite a lot of energy in the heavens invigorating you with passion.
—Kyle Thomas, People.com, 23 Mar. 2025
The palate is crisp, with an invigorating acidity.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025
Green Crack – Another energizing sativa, Green Crack offers an invigorating mental buzz that can keep you on the edge of your seat during close games1.
—Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 18 Mar. 2025
Those harmonies pulled every one of the songs toward the spiritual even when the rhythms are unmistakably designed for a party, a fusion that can be invigorating.
—Stephen Thomas Erlewine, Rolling Stone, 14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
This is a vibrant and energizing fragrance that is simple in the beginning, then becomes deeper and more invigorating.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 3 Feb. 2025
When on offer, the bisque is an invigorating and refreshing version of the classic.
—The Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appétit, 21 Oct. 2024
Across forms and genres, the selection brought an invigorating sense of what’s on tap from African creators in the coming years.
—Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 24 July 2024
This peel removed some surface skin and targeted more stubborn areas, such as our heels, for a more invigorating chemical exfoliation.
—Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 14 Mar. 2024
Marking its 40th anniversary, LFW upheld its reputation as a global hub of the most invigorating fresh talent.
—Sarah Mower, Vogue, 20 Feb. 2024
Users delight in the invigorating and refreshing sensation that accompanies each intake, thanks to the delightful mint flavor that amplifies overall satisfaction.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 22 July 2023
HITTING THE slopes during the winter is one of the most invigorating ways to get your blood pumping.
—John Thompson, Men's Health, 2 Dec. 2022
The most invigorating test could come Saturday.
—Ben Bolch, Los Angeles Times, 1 Mar. 2022
Verb
Some of its best moments center on those invigorating music and dance sequences at the juke joint.
—Randy Myers, Mercury News, 11 Apr. 2025
Visit the company’s website today to learn more and see what its invigorating products can do for you!
—Grace Butler, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2025
Elsewhere, a state-of-the-art wellness center featuring five private massage rooms, a sauna, a Turkish bath, and an invigorating ice cascade serves as a sanctuary of relaxation.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 31 Mar. 2025
The universe is invigorating you with a wild sense of adventure, Leo.
—Kyle Thomas, People.com, 23 Mar. 2025
In recent years, Sagittarius, there’s been quite a lot of energy in the heavens invigorating you with passion.
—Kyle Thomas, People.com, 23 Mar. 2025
The palate is crisp, with an invigorating acidity.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025
Green Crack – Another energizing sativa, Green Crack offers an invigorating mental buzz that can keep you on the edge of your seat during close games1.
—Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 18 Mar. 2025
Those harmonies pulled every one of the songs toward the spiritual even when the rhythms are unmistakably designed for a party, a fusion that can be invigorating.
—Stephen Thomas Erlewine, Rolling Stone, 14 Mar. 2025
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