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
Jackie Fortiér, Miami Herald, 14 Apr. 2026
Soon after William's birth, doctors determined his heart defects were too severe to repair through a series of surgeries and that the best long-term option would be a transplant.
—Nick Lunemann, CBS News, 14 Apr. 2026
Paul Flahive, Austin American Statesman, 16 Feb. 2026
The participants were then shown the images again, except this time the pictures had been slightly doctored using AI.
—Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 26 Jan. 2026
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Noun
For example, some plans charge less for a telehealth visit than to see your primary care doctor in person.
—Jackie Fortiér, Miami Herald, 14 Apr. 2026
Soon after William's birth, doctors determined his heart defects were too severe to repair through a series of surgeries and that the best long-term option would be a transplant.
—Nick Lunemann, CBS News, 14 Apr. 2026
Verb
Stalcup says that after the data was stolen, it was doctored and shared by the former employee, who was vindictive about being fired for cause.
—Paul Flahive, Austin American Statesman, 16 Feb. 2026
The participants were then shown the images again, except this time the pictures had been slightly doctored using AI.
—Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 26 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for doctor
Noun
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The entire Heat bench went out to check on their center, who then was helped off the court and into the locker room alongside Heat physician Harlan Selesnick.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Apr. 2026
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After the flight crew allegedly requested an onboard doctor, a physician-passenger advised that due to the severity of the burns and their proximity to her genitals, AC should be transported to an urgent care facility as soon as possible, the complaint says.—
Colson Thayer,
PEOPLE,
15 Apr. 2026
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While all three attacks are being treated as separate incidents, counterterror police are conducting the investigations due to the nature of the attacks, their locations and the types of buildings involved, the Met said.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 Apr. 2026
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Both medics and an intern inside the rescue unit were treated for their injuries.—
Doug Myers,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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It's formulated with the label's game-changing Alpha Keratin 60KU, which nourishes the scalp, repairs damage, and reinforces hair strength.—
Tamim Alnuweiri,
InStyle,
11 Apr. 2026
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The project will improve safety and repair roads and bridges.—
WCCO Staff,
CBS News,
10 Apr. 2026
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People with mobility issues also may benefit from working with a physical therapist who can help to tailor exercises appropriate to their specific situation.—
Katia Hetter,
CNN Money,
15 Apr. 2026
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About 115 student athletes participated in the hurdles, 50-meter sprints, shot put, javelin, discus, high jump, long jump and a 100-meter run — each event tailored to their abilities.—
Stephanie Ogilvie,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The national spotlight that once fixed on Dearborn during the 2024 election has faded.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Apr. 2026
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Now, over 140 downtown employees have signed a petition asking the city council to fix parking ticket policies in the area and create safer spaces to park.—
Carmela Karcher,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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This flexible holder attaches easily to your seatback tray table and adjusts to multiple angles, allowing for hands-free viewing without craning your neck.—
Samantha Leal,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Apr. 2026
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The top is designed with horizontal pleated detailing and cap sleeves, while the bottoms offer a simple, wide-leg silhouette with side pockets and a drawstring to adjust the fit to your liking.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
17 Apr. 2026
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Although the study focused on dysprosium, the researchers believe the technique can be adapted to detect other rare-earth elements such as terbium, europium, erbium, and neodymium.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
19 Apr. 2026
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Spaces like the kitchen—once divided into separate rooms for staff—were opened up, while outdoor areas were adapted for entertaining, including the addition of a large pool and gathering spaces.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
19 Apr. 2026
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Though the arrest took place in 2023, the case faced new scrutiny in March after a video of the altercation — showing her yelling, putting Mortensen in a headlock and throwing chairs at him while a child could be heard crying — was published by TMZ.—
Luke Chinman,
PEOPLE,
17 Apr. 2026
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To have that as something that will live in my memory is worth whatever mental or emotional friction exists in rising from the comfort of my bed and putting my feet down on the floor.—
Hanif Abdurraqib,
New Yorker,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Doctor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/doctor. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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