to make a room or building look more attractive by repairing, redecorating, or cleaning it

rénover
to rub a surface to make it smooth, shiny, or glossy, often using a tool or an abrasive material

polir, brunir
to damage the appearance of something by causing a flaw or imperfection

ternir, entacher, souiller
to make dull, dark, or discolored as a consequence of exposure to air, dust, or moisture

ternir
to wave or swing something, usually a weapon, as a sign of threat or excitement

brandir
to fill a place or container with something, especially after it has been used or emptied

remplir de nouveau, réapprovisionner, renflouer
to strongly advise a person to take a particular action

réprimander
to generously give or spend, especially on luxurious or extravagant things

prodiguer
to use constant and gentle flattery to make someone do something

flatter, flagorner, cajoler
to make up for the expense or cost of something

défrayer
to cause someone lose interest through excessive use of something initially pleasing

être écœurant
to wait in a concealed location and launch a surprise attack on a target

tendre une embuscade à, tendre un guet-apens à
to meet at an agreed-upon time and place, often for a specific purpose or activity

se retrouver
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