as in physicians
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 treats
to give medical treatment to
a pledge to doctor the burn victims until they were whole again
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as in repairs
to put into good shape or working order again
spends his spare time doctoring old clocks
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as in tailors
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 doctors
Raechal Shewfelt, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Jan. 2026
There, doctors performed a corneal scraping.
—Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 13 Jan. 2026
These calls came not from doctors, hospitals, or mesh manufacturers, but from a large, noisy room a few miles from Fort Lauderdale’s white sand beaches.
—Literary Hub, 12 Jan. 2026
There are a few major sleep traps doctors see.
—Korin Miller, SELF, 12 Jan. 2026
Beyond hangovers and poor nights' sleep, doctors warn that alcohol carries greater long-term risks with age.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 12 Jan. 2026
Ford has seen many doctors since then.
—Charles Bethea, New Yorker, 12 Jan. 2026
Low-strength, rinse-off products are often considered low risk, but just to be cautious, many doctors suggest skipping leave-on BHA treatments.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 12 Jan. 2026
With a snip of a gene, doctors may one day permanently lower dangerously high cholesterol, possibly removing the need for medication, according to a new pilot study published Saturday in the New England Journal of Medicine.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 8 Nov. 2025
James Mercadante, EW.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Noun
When Glassman asked him if the burns were third-degree or second-degree, Rudd feigned being unable to recall what doctors had told him.
—Raechal Shewfelt, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Jan. 2026
There, doctors performed a corneal scraping.
—Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 13 Jan. 2026
These calls came not from doctors, hospitals, or mesh manufacturers, but from a large, noisy room a few miles from Fort Lauderdale’s white sand beaches.
—Literary Hub, 12 Jan. 2026
There are a few major sleep traps doctors see.
—Korin Miller, SELF, 12 Jan. 2026
Beyond hangovers and poor nights' sleep, doctors warn that alcohol carries greater long-term risks with age.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 12 Jan. 2026
Ford has seen many doctors since then.
—Charles Bethea, New Yorker, 12 Jan. 2026
Low-strength, rinse-off products are often considered low risk, but just to be cautious, many doctors suggest skipping leave-on BHA treatments.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 12 Jan. 2026
With a snip of a gene, doctors may one day permanently lower dangerously high cholesterol, possibly removing the need for medication, according to a new pilot study published Saturday in the New England Journal of Medicine.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 8 Nov. 2025
Verb
After her godson doctors her résumé, Maya lands a C-suite job at a beauty company and almost immediately makes an enemy out of the boss’ daughter.
—James Mercadante, EW.com, 14 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for doctors
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This includes mental health professionals, social services, engineers, and even physicians, dentists and more.—
Ashley Sharp,
CBS News,
13 Jan. 2026
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Up to $100,000 for physicians and dentists, and up to $60,000 for other eligible providers.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Jan. 2026
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Innovation District before Lebanon Utilities treats the water and returns it south.—
Sophie Hartley,
IndyStar,
12 Jan. 2026
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Shani Darden Skin Care Retinol Reform Serum At night, Aniston treats her skin with a dose of retinol, specifically the Shani Darden Retinol Reform Treatment Serum.—
Elise Tabin,
InStyle,
12 Jan. 2026
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It’s formulated with rosemary that repairs fragile strands, while also being an anti-inflammatory that reduces dandruff and skin irritation on the scalp.—
Jailynn Taylor,
InStyle,
4 Jan. 2026
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This tone-correcting conditioner is infused with ArganID Technology, which repairs and seals the cuticles.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
26 Dec. 2025
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The company tailors its offerings to meet diverse consumer needs, often through smaller pack sizes, localized flavors, and affordable formats.—
Joe Cornell,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Whether designing Tribeca apartments or Florida beach houses, the firm tailors its interiors to the location and architecture of the home.—
Elizabeth Stamp,
Architectural Digest,
2 Sep. 2025
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These features are further enhanced by technology that adapts to individual preferences, such as smart shower controls and lighting systems tailored to each user.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Jan. 2026
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Available in multiple denim washes, from light to dark, this option easily adapts to different seasons and settings.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Jan. 2026
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The new plan adjusts a person’s payments based on their income, with repayments ranging from 10 to 25 years.—
Boston Herald editorial staff,
Boston Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
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The device itself uses a button array designed for rapid input, with low-latency LEDs for clear visual cues in play and an adaptive difficulty system that adjusts challenges based on performance.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
8 Jan. 2026
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Lucy Boynton is known for her bobs and lobs, and this more demure style suits her well.—
Elise Tabin,
InStyle,
14 Jan. 2026
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That definitely suits Smith and the Blazing Trojans just fine.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Jan. 2026
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“Doctors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/doctors. Accessed 19 Jan. 2026.
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