renovating

word · lemma: renovate

Definition

Making improvements or repairs to a building, room, or space to update or restore it. Usually involves changes like repainting, fixing, or modernizing.

Usage & Nuances

Commonly used for physical spaces like homes, offices, or stores. 'Renovating' is more about improving and updating, not just fixing damage. Often used with 'house', 'kitchen', 'bathroom'. For major changes, 'remodeling' may also be used, especially in US English.

Example Sentences

We are renovating our kitchen this month.

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The hotel is renovating all its rooms.

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They are renovating the old library to make it modern.

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We've been renovating the living room for weeks, and it's finally done!

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I'm thinking about renovating my apartment to add more space.

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My neighbors have been renovating for so long, I can't wait for the noise to stop.

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