1
as in to rehabilitate
to restore to a healthy condition
a low-fat vegetarian diet, moderate exercise, and stress management help heal a diseased heart heal the sick
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2
as in to recover
to become healthy and strong again after illness or weakness
most of the soldiers could go home while they were still healing from their wounds
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as in to cure
to bring about recovery from
time heals all wounds, even those of the heart
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Recent Examples of heal
The only way to find our footing is to heal the past.
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Lisa Stardust, Refinery29, 18 July 2025
Some veterans who have taken the drug say the risks can be managed and ibogaine’s healing properties go far beyond antidepressants, mood stabilizers, counseling and other standard treatments.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 17 July 2025
Most horse fly bites heal on their own without any complications.
—Sarah Bradley, Health, 16 July 2025
It was built to revive public access to the area’s healing waters and create a top-tier hot springs retreat in the U.S. desert.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 15 July 2025
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Lisa Stardust, Refinery29, 18 July 2025
Some veterans who have taken the drug say the risks can be managed and ibogaine’s healing properties go far beyond antidepressants, mood stabilizers, counseling and other standard treatments.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 17 July 2025
Most horse fly bites heal on their own without any complications.
—Sarah Bradley, Health, 16 July 2025
It was built to revive public access to the area’s healing waters and create a top-tier hot springs retreat in the U.S. desert.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 15 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for heal
Recent Examples of Synonyms for heal
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Community Action and Human Services is merging with Juvenile Services, which helps rehabilitate youthful offenders.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
12 July 2025
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These concentrations increased as Mexico worked to rehabilitate a major pipeline that is supposed to divert wastewater from the Tijuana River to treatment plants on both sides of the border.—
Tammy Murga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 July 2025
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In Too Much, Stalter stars as Jessica Salmon, a New Yorker in her mid-30s who, in the midst of recovering from a bad break-up, agrees to take a job in London assisting filmmakers working on commercials.—
Max Gao,
HollywoodReporter,
12 July 2025
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Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images With that being said, everyone recovers from a torn Achilles injury differently.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 July 2025
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Both drugs are designed to slow the progression of Alzheimer’s in its early stage, but do not stop or cure it.—
Zinnia Lee,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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The team found that DE’s intricate internal pore network provided a robust pathway for carbon dioxide to diffuse into the structure, but also that the curing process allowed for calcium carbonate to form, boosting strength and CO2 uptake.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
10 July 2025
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As for the games that drew small crowds, one way to fix that for next time is to avoid mid-week, midday games (that also would help with the oppressive heat) and not host as many group-stage matches in giant NFL stadiums.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
14 July 2025
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The most common reason for using a keyboard tray is to fix the kinds of pain caused by having your body placed in an unnatural position for extended periods of time.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
14 July 2025
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Observe and report to armed security Scott Keller, who in December took on the role of the Plaza’s general manager, said the new ownership group began working to improve security soon after the Plaza was purchased.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
13 July 2025
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Ramsay lamented the lack of a clean sheet and cited a few decision-making errors at various points in the contest that need to improve as the Loons continue their evolution, but couldn’t deny the general quality of play from his club.—
Pioneer Press,
Twin Cities,
13 July 2025
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Shriners Hospitals for Children have also alleviated the financial burden on the Petersons by covering the costs of Hadley's medical procedures, some of which would normally cost tens of thousands of dollars.—
Analisa Novak,
CBS News,
14 July 2025
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And if its alleviating dryness in the air, look no further than Levoit’s humidifier which adds moisture with ease.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
11 July 2025
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Demeanor Men’s Linen-blend Shirt Breathable shirts are a summer essential, and luckily, Amazon’s outlet is treating shoppers to this stylish short-sleeve version that’s just $13.—
Genevieve Cepeda,
Travel + Leisure,
8 July 2025
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The victim, who both outlets reported is from Winter Park, was transported to the hospital to be treated for non-life-threatening injuries.—
Natalie Neysa Alund,
USA Today,
8 July 2025
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Some people use pharmacological or surgical treatments to remedy side effects from the disease.—
Ashleigh Fields,
The Hill,
17 July 2025
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A lot of code generation can be tedious and repetitive; agents can remedy that problem.—
Clint Boulton,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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“Heal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heal. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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