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as in healed
to bring about recovery from
do you have anything that will cure my headache?
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as in rehabilitated
to restore to a healthy condition
the antibiotic cured the sick boy of the bacterial infection
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Recent Examples of cured
Francesca Giuliani Hoffman, CNN Money, 5 Nov. 2025
The dish, consisting of tater tots with salmon belly that was cured in-house, required too much time and too many ingredients.
—Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 24 Oct. 2025
Love has apparently cured Joanne of her too-muchness.
—Judy Berman, Time, 23 Oct. 2025
Unlike most other homegrown vegetables, potatoes need to be cured after harvesting.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Oct. 2025
In the Muslim community, as in many other religious communities, mental health issues are seen as something that can be cured through spiritual channels.
—Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 16 Oct. 2025
Limit meats that are cured, contain nitrates, are high in sodium and saturated fats, or have additives.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 14 Oct. 2025
An unknown number of unlicensed rehabilitation clinics in Colombia and elsewhere in Latin America offer such therapy based on the idea that homosexuality, bisexuality and transgender identities are a mental illness that needs to be cured, rights groups said.
—Reuters, NBC news, 14 Oct. 2025
Once cured, store the sweet potatoes in a cool, dry, dark space, such as a basement, garage, or pantry.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 7 Oct. 2025
Verb
Those can include cheese, cured meats, herbs and other flavorings in the dough.
—Francesca Giuliani Hoffman, CNN Money, 5 Nov. 2025
The dish, consisting of tater tots with salmon belly that was cured in-house, required too much time and too many ingredients.
—Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 24 Oct. 2025
Love has apparently cured Joanne of her too-muchness.
—Judy Berman, Time, 23 Oct. 2025
Unlike most other homegrown vegetables, potatoes need to be cured after harvesting.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Oct. 2025
In the Muslim community, as in many other religious communities, mental health issues are seen as something that can be cured through spiritual channels.
—Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 16 Oct. 2025
Limit meats that are cured, contain nitrates, are high in sodium and saturated fats, or have additives.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 14 Oct. 2025
An unknown number of unlicensed rehabilitation clinics in Colombia and elsewhere in Latin America offer such therapy based on the idea that homosexuality, bisexuality and transgender identities are a mental illness that needs to be cured, rights groups said.
—Reuters, NBC news, 14 Oct. 2025
Once cured, store the sweet potatoes in a cool, dry, dark space, such as a basement, garage, or pantry.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 7 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cured
Adjective
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Its jet-drive propulsion system, when deployed, creates thrust by accelerating well fluids via an impeller unit, which moves the probe through the wellbore.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Oct. 2025
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Across the country—and especially in the South—plans are well in the works for Thanksgiving meals that will both satisfy and delight guests.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
21 Oct. 2025
Verb
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As his skin gradually healed, his fur began growing back.—
Allison Moses,
USA Today,
28 Oct. 2025
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The good news is Jackson may be healed enough to return to the field, which would give the Ravens a huge chance at beating the Chicago Bears on Sunday.—
James Brizuela,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The albatross was rehabilitated and released back to the wild in a neighboring area in October, officials said.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
5 Nov. 2025
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With its sadistic violence, taboo sexuality, and grim depiction of postwar London, Peeping Tom was a flop that essentially ended the illustrious career of director Michael Powell, falling into obscurity until Martin Scorsese rescued it and rehabilitated its reputation with a 1979 rerelease.—
Katie Rife,
Entertainment Weekly,
30 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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For most people, apples are a healthful choice.—
Health,
Health,
3 Nov. 2025
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Sometimes puddings can be surprisingly healthful and satisfying.—
Bethany Thayer,
Freep.com,
25 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Air frying is healthier, faster, and doesn't splatter grease all over your kitchen.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
3 Nov. 2025
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Even when participants’ average blood pressure seemed healthy, those with the most erratic readings — combined with stiffer arteries — showed telltale signs of brain aging, the study found.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
3 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has alleviated the pain of losing Durant many seasons ago by turning into the best player in the league, winning not only the NBA MVP Award last year, but also earning the honor of Finals MVP.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Oct. 2025
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For a while, this was alleviated by trying to help police with their investigations, corresponding with her father, and working with organizations meant to help victims of violent and high profile crimes.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
11 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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This was a serious favor to extend to the son of an old friend, to take me from nowhere and propel me to the middle of that whole game.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 Nov. 2025
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For many people, a whole grain sourdough provides an ideal balance—offering the fiber and nutrients of whole wheat with the digestibility and flavor benefits of fermentation.—
Morgan Pearson,
Verywell Health,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Nobody was ejected and Tyler Glasnow eventually relieved Wrobleski to end the inning.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
2 Nov. 2025
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Ryan Staub relieved Salters but fared no better, tossing an interception on each of his first two throws.—
Ira Gorawara,
New York Times,
2 Nov. 2025
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“Cured.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cured. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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