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as in healthy
beneficial to the health of body or mind
took a restorative vitamin mix to improve his immune system
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as in refreshing
having a renewing effect on the state of the body or mind
I am in need of a long, restorative vacation
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as in medicinal
tending to cure disease or restore health
relocation to a milder climate proved to be just the restorative measure that was needed for the sickly child
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Recent Examples of restorative
The restorative nature of Brighton & Hove Albion’s late comeback win against West Ham highlighted the influence of Lewis Dunk and the folly of writing off the club’s long-serving captain.
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Andy Naylor, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
Additionally, the scent features a rich, enveloping blend of oud, sandalwood, jasmine, and vetiver that’ll transform your wash days into a restorative, spa-like retreat.
—Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 30 Apr. 2025
The following are the best cities in Europe for travelers specifically looking for a properly restorative and restful trip abroad:
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—Kaitlyn McInnis, Forbes.com, 26 Apr. 2025
Women also tend to have deeper, more restorative sleep than men, but this tends to decrease with age, especially after menopause.6 After age 55, women report more sleepiness than men.7
Sleep Disorders
Women are generally more likely to experience sleep disorders than men.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 21 Apr. 2025
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Andy Naylor, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
Additionally, the scent features a rich, enveloping blend of oud, sandalwood, jasmine, and vetiver that’ll transform your wash days into a restorative, spa-like retreat.
—Jailynn Taylor, Allure, 30 Apr. 2025
The following are the best cities in Europe for travelers specifically looking for a properly restorative and restful trip abroad:
1.
—Kaitlyn McInnis, Forbes.com, 26 Apr. 2025
Women also tend to have deeper, more restorative sleep than men, but this tends to decrease with age, especially after menopause.6 After age 55, women report more sleepiness than men.7
Sleep Disorders
Women are generally more likely to experience sleep disorders than men.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 21 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for restorative
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While pineapple can be part of a healthy diet, its natural sugar content may concern people with diabetes.—
Sarah Jividen,
Verywell Health,
9 May 2025
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This strategy does not entail players deliberately losing on the basketball court, but rather teams depleting their rosters and resting players who are healthy enough to compete.—
Mark LaSota,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
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But the wind speed itself is refreshing even at that level.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
29 Apr. 2025
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The Job Search Evolution In a market plagued by ghost jobs and opaque hiring processes, platforms like Instagram and TikTok offer a refreshing—and increasingly essential—job search alternative.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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The concept of the julep traces its origins back to ancient Persia, where rose petals were added to water for medicinal purposes.—
Hannah Vanbiber,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
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In previous decades, gaur were hunted not only for their meat but also for their horns and medicinal products, according to the World Land Trust.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
29 Apr. 2025
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Police and fire departments have sometimes defeated disparate impact challenges over physical fitness test requirements on grounds that good fitness is essential to those jobs.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
5 May 2025
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This is also a pivotal episode for Ellie and Dina, who get themselves into a good bit of trouble on their first day looking for Abby.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
5 May 2025
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Meanwhile, the therapeutic keto diet for conditions like epilepsy or cancer follows a 3-to-1 or 4-to-1 ratio of fat to carbohydrates and protein.—
Laura Dorwart,
Verywell Health,
30 Apr. 2025
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The therapeutic food is prescribed if a child's arm measurements or height-to-weight ratio are significantly below average.—
Marc Silver,
NPR,
25 Apr. 2025
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Along with a clean and healthful environment, the Montana Constitution also grants rights to pursuing life’s basic necessities, protecting liberties and protecting property.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
29 Apr. 2025
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People’s lives today lack diets of healthful whole foods, clean water, regular exercise, and adequate sunlight.—
Kevin Reutenauer,
Hartford Courant,
23 Apr. 2025
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This includes advocating for policies that eliminate the requirement to forgo curative treatments, improve reimbursement rates and address provider shortages.—
James Dismond,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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There has been some scientific research into whether these curative feelings can be backed up by actual findings.—
Vicky Hallett,
NPR,
1 Apr. 2025
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An order of noncompliance can trigger unannounced inspections of jails and lead to remedial orders if issues are not resolved.—
Cody Copeland,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
23 Apr. 2025
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Why are such significant remedial efforts required to fill today’s leadership pipeline?—
Ruth Oh Reitmeier,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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“Restorative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/restorative. Accessed 13 May. 2025.
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