recovery
noun
re·cov·ery
ri-ˈkə-və-rē 
-ˈkəv-rē
plural recoveries
1
: the act, process, or an instance of recovering
especially
: an economic upturn (as after a depression)
2
: the process of combating a disorder (such as alcoholism) or a real or perceived problem
Synonyms
Examples of recovery in a Sentence
This policy may slow the pace of economic recovery.
We hope for the recovery of the stolen paintings.
Their mission was the recovery of the space capsule.
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Sauna use, or sauna bathing, can promote a sense of well-being, enhance post-workout recovery, and may benefit overall health.
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Lindsay Curtis, Verywell Health, 22 July 2024
It's recommended to consume a nutritious meal within about 60 minutes after a workout to support recovery.
—Johna Burdeos, Rd, Health, 22 July 2024
Bernstein downgrades American Airlines to market perform from outperform Bernstein said a commercial recovery will take time for American .
—Michael Bloom, CNBC, 22 July 2024
In what could be his final rehab outing before returning to the major leagues, Kershaw threw four innings against the Round Rock Express at Dell Diamond outside of Austin, checking perhaps the final box of his eight-month recovery from surgery.
—Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 20 July 2024
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Lindsay Curtis, Verywell Health, 22 July 2024
It's recommended to consume a nutritious meal within about 60 minutes after a workout to support recovery.
—Johna Burdeos, Rd, Health, 22 July 2024
Bernstein downgrades American Airlines to market perform from outperform Bernstein said a commercial recovery will take time for American .
—Michael Bloom, CNBC, 22 July 2024
In what could be his final rehab outing before returning to the major leagues, Kershaw threw four innings against the Round Rock Express at Dell Diamond outside of Austin, checking perhaps the final box of his eight-month recovery from surgery.
—Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 20 July 2024
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“Recovery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/recovery. Accessed 27 Jul. 2024.
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recovery
noun
re·cov·ery
ri-ˈkəv-(ə-)rē
plural recoveries
: the act or process or an instance of recovering
Medical Definition
recovery
noun
re·cov·ery
ri-ˈkəv-(ə-)rē
plural recoveries
: the act of regaining or returning toward a normal or healthy state
Legal Definition
recovery
noun
re·cov·ery
ri-ˈkə-və-rē
plural recoveries
1
: the act, process, or fact of recovering
2
a
: the obtaining, getting back, or vindication of a right or property by judgment or decree
especially
: the obtaining of damages
b
: an amount awarded by or collected as a result of a judgment or decree
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