as in physician
a person specially trained in healing human medical disorders
we called a doctor as soon as we realized the baby was sick
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as in to treat
to give medical treatment to
a pledge to doctor the burn victims until they were whole again
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as in to repair
to put into good shape or working order again
spends his spare time doctoring old clocks
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as in to tailor
to change (something) so as to make it suitable for a new use or situation
slightly doctored his standard campaign speech for a collegiate audience
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Recent Examples of doctor
Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 12 Aug. 2025
Ashley Biden, 44, married the 58-year-old plastic surgeon and otolaryngologist (commonly known as an ear, nose, throat doctor) in June 2012.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 12 Aug. 2025
Dominic Patten, Deadline, 14 May 2025
But the hotline led her to appreciate doctoring in a de-medicalized setting without unnecessary ultrasounds or bloodwork.
—Liana Simstrom, NPR, 22 June 2025
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Noun
But with his health being looked after more closely, his wife and his doctors have reportedly encouraged him to change this habit.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 12 Aug. 2025
Ashley Biden, 44, married the 58-year-old plastic surgeon and otolaryngologist (commonly known as an ear, nose, throat doctor) in June 2012.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 12 Aug. 2025
Verb
For months, the defense alleges the footage, which their client had previously apologized for the violence he is shown committing and then deleted the apology, was doctored and doesn’t tell the whole story.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 14 May 2025
But the hotline led her to appreciate doctoring in a de-medicalized setting without unnecessary ultrasounds or bloodwork.
—Liana Simstrom, NPR, 22 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for doctor
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In fact, one study estimated that U.S. physician practices spend over $15 billion annually on quality reporting, much of it due to manual abstraction and fragmented systems.—
Zameer Rizvi,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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The accelerated curriculum will assist students in getting both degrees needed by addressing physician shortages while making medical education accessible.—
Christina Shaw,
FOXNews.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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The driver, who was on parole at the time of the incident, was arrested and taken to a hospital to be treated, Ernst said.—
Karen Kucher,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Aug. 2025
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All this activity is dramatically shifting the focus of Lloyd Webber’s company, treating the legendary composer and his work as a brand like Star Wars, Marvel, Lord of the Rings and Harry Potter.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
13 Aug. 2025
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The veteran wide receiver avoided the PUP list to begin training camp despite undergoing surgery to repair a torn ACL that was suffered in late October.—
Doug Kyed,
Boston Herald,
16 Aug. 2025
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This scaffold was able to attract and bind with calcium and phosphate ions, which basically mimicked the function of enamel in protecting and repairing the tooth.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
15 Aug. 2025
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Avon is embracing the omnichannel chaos, and further enabling their personalized beauty experts to provide customers better guidance and make more informed decisions tailored to their unique needs.—
Dean DeBiase,
Forbes.com,
17 Aug. 2025
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These work-ready finds include polished midi skirts that offer practical coverage, soft twill blazers that layer effortlessly, and tailored pull-on pants with just the right amount of stretch.—
Nicol Natale,
People.com,
16 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Not one group or one individual will be able to fix the situation the animals are in.—
Clea Haran,
Parents,
7 Aug. 2025
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And here’s the real kicker: a leadership change doesn’t just fix optics.—
Jim Osman,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you're not caught outside.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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When using a vacuum, remember to adjust the setting from carpets to bare floors.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
13 Aug. 2025
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The series is adapted for television by Naomi Sheldon and Gabbie Asher, with episodes written by Sheldon, Asher, Polly Cavendish, Helen Kingston, Marek Horn, Ava Wong Davies, Isis Davis, Smita Bhide, and Matt Evans.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
13 Aug. 2025
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Professional leagues set their own revenue models, compliance regulations, and discipline regimes — and adapt quickly when circumstances change.—
Jim Martin,
Denver Post,
13 Aug. 2025
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The unpredictability of Trump, the thinking goes, has put pressure on the Mexican government to crack down on cartels.—
Jesse Hyde,
Rolling Stone,
7 Aug. 2025
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It's been a nice little homecoming to a role that really put me on the map.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Doctor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/doctor. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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