as in rehabilitation
the process or period of gradually regaining one's health and strength
the accident victim had to undergo months of rehab before she could walk again
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as in to heal
to restore to a healthy condition
rehabbing the torture victim's battered body will be easier than restoring his emotional well-being
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Recent Examples of rehab
Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 16 May 2026
But his eventual unraveling included accusations of misappropriated funds, his resignation, a bizarre alleged suicide-for-hire and insurance scam plot, a stint in rehab for drug addiction, dozens of financial crimes, his disbarment and, ultimately, the murder charges.
—Ray Sanchez, CNN Money, 15 May 2026
Justin Papp, CNBC, 23 Apr. 2026
Best-case scenario, addicts are sent to rehab and emerge clean and sober.
—Boston Herald Editorial Staff, Boston Herald, 15 Apr. 2026
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Noun
During his rehab stint, Falter allowed four earned runs in 13 1/3 innings.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 16 May 2026
But his eventual unraveling included accusations of misappropriated funds, his resignation, a bizarre alleged suicide-for-hire and insurance scam plot, a stint in rehab for drug addiction, dozens of financial crimes, his disbarment and, ultimately, the murder charges.
—Ray Sanchez, CNN Money, 15 May 2026
Verb
But at Democrats seek to rehab a broken brand, congressional Republicans are heading for the exits.
—Justin Papp, CNBC, 23 Apr. 2026
Best-case scenario, addicts are sent to rehab and emerge clean and sober.
—Boston Herald Editorial Staff, Boston Herald, 15 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rehab
Noun
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Top level facility for severe disabilities The institution also operates as a specialized hospital for severe disabilities, with expertise in prosthetics and rehabilitation.—
Sylvie Corbet,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2026
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Critical rehabilitation work has begun on about 1 ½ miles of sanitary sewer pipe in Macomb County, Michigan, after utility crews found severe degradation in the line.—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
14 May 2026
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The crisis tests Pope Leo XIV’s pledge to heal divisions with traditionalists, coming after Pope Francis’ 2021 crackdown on the Latin Mass sparked deep anger among church conservatives.—
Nicole Winfield,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2026
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Hassid recommends rest and treatment in order for the knee to heal correctly.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
May 13,
Sacbee.com,
13 May 2026
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Excluding unhoused people from public spaces reinforces stigma and weakens the social bonds that support stability and recovery.—
Shianne LeClaire,
Hartford Courant,
17 May 2026
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In the second game, Fields had a rushing touchdown and defensive end Donte Campbell had a fumble recovery for a touchdown.—
Chris Hays,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 May 2026
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Once the dust settles, both Lively and Baldoni will be tasked with rehabilitating their reputations, and attention will inevitably turn to the next high-profile celebrity case.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
16 May 2026
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These experts also help recover and rehabilitate a brand after the event.—
John M. Bremen,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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The material is difficult to work with, requiring careful handling and precise environmental conditions to cure properly.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
14 May 2026
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Deli meats are cured with salt to preserve them and extend their shelf life.—
Carrie Madormo,
Verywell Health,
14 May 2026
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“Rehab.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rehab. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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