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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Ahead, the 10 best kojic acid products to brighten and clear your skin.—
Deanna Pai,
Allure,
12 Mar. 2025
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Patients looking to brighten their skin tone and reduce fine lines often turn to Silkro and Thulium laser treatments, which refine skin texture while addressing pigmentation concerns.—
Alexandra Harbert,
USA TODAY,
6 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Set your bag charm aside and accessorize your tote with a bandana instead.—
Kelsey Stewart,
Glamour,
13 Mar. 2025
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Looks were accessorized with XXL beads, bows and jeweled belts.—
Alice Pfeiffer,
CNN,
12 Mar. 2025
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“Smarten.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/smarten. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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