Freshen and Smudge

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Freshen verb - To bring back to a former condition or vigor.

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Smudge is an antonym for freshen.

Nearby Words: fresh, freshness, fresher, freshly, freshening

Smudge verb - To make dirty.

Usage example: she accidentally smudged her collar with the lipstick

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Freshen is an antonym for smudge.

Nearby Words: smudged, smudgy, smudging

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