as in recovery
the process or period of gradually regaining one's health and strength
the long period of healing following the operation
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as in medicinal
tending to cure disease or restore health
the native peoples of South America recognized the healing powers of the dried bark of the cinchona tree, formerly used as a specific in malaria
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as in rehabilitating
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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as in recovering
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 curing
to bring about recovery from
time heals all wounds, even those of the heart
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Recent Examples of healing
Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 13 June 2026
Researchers are also exploring its potential role in wound healing, noted Messer.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 13 June 2026
Candles, essential oils, salts and a sound healing playlist do most of the heavy lifting.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 13 June 2026
Believed by some to help with healing, recovery and reduction of inflammation, advocates go so far as to suggest peptides can increase longevity.
—Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
Wellness gurus will also appreciate the range of treatments and healing modalities on offer at The Lotus Spa, from classic massages and facials to Reiki energy work and sound baths.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 June 2026
Kate has also embraced the healing power of nature and has even released four ‘Mother Nature’ videos to illustrate that point.
—Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 12 June 2026
Today, forging a clear path to healing that balances the needs of all impacted to be seen and heard remains a sacred obligation to remembrance.
—Rev. José Rodriguez, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 June 2026
Because honestly, it's been impossible to start healing until this trial was complete.
—J.d. Miles, CBS News, 11 June 2026
Judy Stone, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
Persistent claudication, non-healing wounds, severe swelling and numbness that doesn’t resolve are all reasons to see a clinician.
—Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 28 May 2026
That becomes this very healing social situation.
—Simon Vozick-Levinson, Rolling Stone, 13 Aug. 2025
Marina Watts, Entertainment Weekly, 15 June 2026
The animals recovered from the home were also found in less than ideal conditions, but are now healing.
—Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 15 June 2026
And while business and climate conditions globally are unquestionably in various stages of significant stress, his view is that progress doesn't require choosing between feeding the world and healing it.
—Louise Schiavone, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
Deputies noted seeing healing puncture wounds on Argila’s arms.
—Natasha Holt, FOXNews.com, 14 June 2026
Before sunrise, healing Chiron receives a square from our love and values planet, so tender spots around giving and receiving attention may ache.
—Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 June 2026
Nearly two weeks later, his pain had resolved and his wound was healing well.
—Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 9 June 2026
Just days after the violence, dozens of residents came together at Fairfield Civic Center Park for a community healing circle focused on grief, support and unity.
—Conor McGill, CBS News, 7 June 2026
Some of these fissures are healing, but the relationship between Wilson and the organization, including key former teammates, is not helping his candidacy.
—Mike Sando, New York Times, 5 June 2026
Noun
The gems are also heavily associated with healing.
—Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 13 June 2026
Researchers are also exploring its potential role in wound healing, noted Messer.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 13 June 2026
Candles, essential oils, salts and a sound healing playlist do most of the heavy lifting.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 13 June 2026
Believed by some to help with healing, recovery and reduction of inflammation, advocates go so far as to suggest peptides can increase longevity.
—Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
Wellness gurus will also appreciate the range of treatments and healing modalities on offer at The Lotus Spa, from classic massages and facials to Reiki energy work and sound baths.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 June 2026
Kate has also embraced the healing power of nature and has even released four ‘Mother Nature’ videos to illustrate that point.
—Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 12 June 2026
Today, forging a clear path to healing that balances the needs of all impacted to be seen and heard remains a sacred obligation to remembrance.
—Rev. José Rodriguez, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 June 2026
Because honestly, it's been impossible to start healing until this trial was complete.
—J.d. Miles, CBS News, 11 June 2026
Adjective
Other symptoms include non-healing or bleeding wounds and feeling or seeing the maggots.
—Judy Stone, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
Persistent claudication, non-healing wounds, severe swelling and numbness that doesn’t resolve are all reasons to see a clinician.
—Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 28 May 2026
That becomes this very healing social situation.
—Simon Vozick-Levinson, Rolling Stone, 13 Aug. 2025
Verb
Jennifer Lopez is still healing.
—Marina Watts, Entertainment Weekly, 15 June 2026
The animals recovered from the home were also found in less than ideal conditions, but are now healing.
—Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 15 June 2026
And while business and climate conditions globally are unquestionably in various stages of significant stress, his view is that progress doesn't require choosing between feeding the world and healing it.
—Louise Schiavone, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
Deputies noted seeing healing puncture wounds on Argila’s arms.
—Natasha Holt, FOXNews.com, 14 June 2026
Before sunrise, healing Chiron receives a square from our love and values planet, so tender spots around giving and receiving attention may ache.
—Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 June 2026
Nearly two weeks later, his pain had resolved and his wound was healing well.
—Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 9 June 2026
Just days after the violence, dozens of residents came together at Fairfield Civic Center Park for a community healing circle focused on grief, support and unity.
—Conor McGill, CBS News, 7 June 2026
Some of these fissures are healing, but the relationship between Wilson and the organization, including key former teammates, is not helping his candidacy.
—Mike Sando, New York Times, 5 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for healing
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Citing a Civil Defense Authority source, the Yemeni news agency Saba reported that the recovery effort was complicated by the crater’s rugged terrain, significant depth, and intense heat.—
Drew Pittock,
USA Today,
15 June 2026
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In exchange, Washington has lifted personal sanctions against the interim president and backed measured aimed at Venezuela’s economic recovery, signaling a notable departure for previous policy.—
Alfredo Meza,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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But Zohn’s story as a true survivor was only getting started, as he was diagnosed twice with CD20+ Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, requiring two stem cell transplants and requiring two long, slow recovery periods — recovery periods the reality star says were greatly aided by the use of medicinal cannabis.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
18 June 2026
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During Prohibition, Old Forester was one of just a handful of brands that were given licenses to produce medicinal whiskey.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
10 June 2026
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Barry Manilow is recovering from lung cancer and rehabilitating his singing voice in hopes of returning to the stage to promote his first album of new songs in nearly 15 years, What a Time.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
4 June 2026
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The construction is part of Caltrans’ $280 million Yolo 80 Pavement Rehabilitation Project, which includes adding bus and carpool lanes, improving pedestrian crossings, upgrading guardrails and barriers, replacing overhead signs, installing fiber-optic cable and rehabilitating ramps.—
Velvet Wu
May 28,
Sacbee.com,
28 May 2026
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The consensus seems to be that the Mavs will target a point guard, which makes sense as the Mavs’ current lead guard, Kyrie Irving, is 34 and missed all of last season recovering from a torn ACL.—
Lawrence Dow,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 June 2026
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Simms had surgery on her leg, was released from the hospital and is recovering at home.—
Nathan Pilling,
Kansas City Star,
19 June 2026
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The coating starts with sand and creates 60% less CO2 emissions during the curing phase than traditional coatings.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 June 2026
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Researchers say this study isn't just about curing cancer, but about giving kids a chance to grow up with fewer scars from the cure itself.—
Kaley Fedko,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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The bird could be supervised by or picked up by a wildlife rehabilitation or discover center, or could make its way back south in another storm, the two concluded.—
Sophie Lindberg,
Kansas City Star,
18 June 2026
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Jerry Brown left seminary before becoming a priest but made his Jesuit education central to his political identity — especially his frugality, environmentalism and preference for rehabilitation over incarceration.—
Joe Mathews,
Mercury News,
18 June 2026
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Unlike standard eye drops that get washed away by tears within minutes, living eye drops use bacteria that colonize the eye and continuously release therapeutic proteins after a single application.—
Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
16 June 2026
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One of those psychologists is Deidre McClellan, who provides therapeutic support for all Safe Streets workers, including Burton.—
Emma Tucker,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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But as determined as Warsh said the Fed was to modernizing and fixing the economy’s problems, Warsh was noticeably less willing to provide detailed answers about the Fed’s decision-making process or thoughts on broader economic topics than Powell.—
Bryan Mena,
CNN Money,
17 June 2026
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According to The Athletic, Ivory Coast forward Elye Wahi was arrested on suspicion of fixing offenses less than two weeks before the start of the tournament.—
Austin Perry,
FOXNews.com,
17 June 2026
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“Healing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/healing. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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