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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for smarten
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The foaming tablets penetrate residue and grime build-up and freshen your disposal with a clean citrus scent.Hannah Rice, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2024
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Alternatively, try a trendy mouthwash from Moon that freshens and whitens at the same time, without the use of fluoride or alcohol.Iman Balagam, Vogue, 9 Oct. 2024
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Over time, the antibacterial and antiinflammatory ingredient will help to soften and smooth the skin’s texture, and even brighten it.Neha Tandon, Glamour, 28 Oct. 2024
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The result is a French-California bistro where beef tartare gets brightened by the crunch of green beans and amberjack crudo receives a garnish of cucumber and grape salad.Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2024
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The 27-year-old megastar, who isn’t a brand spokesperson, further fueled the mania by accessorizing her luxury handbags with small Labubu pendants.Andrea Chang, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
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To complete her look, Hilton Rothschild accessorized with a matching pillbox hat, dainty earrings and a diamond necklace, along with a shimmering silver handbag and pumps with crystal details.Maggie Clancy, WWD, 5 Nov. 2024
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“Smarten.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/smarten. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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