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
Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
The enchanted satnav system directs Sarah and David to various doors dotted along their circuitous route toward healing.
—Richard Lawson, HollywoodReporter, 16 Sep. 2025
There’s a talking fox and plenty of heart, thanks to themes of found family, community and healing.
—Jamie Harrow, PEOPLE, 16 Sep. 2025
The play runs a swift two hours, with intermission, and ends up an upbeat note of healing and friendship.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Sep. 2025
Both partners need to be conscious of their individual feelings toward the situation and how their emotions may be impacting their quest for healing and forgiveness.
—Hannah Yasharoff, USA Today, 15 Sep. 2025
Utah Tech University President Shane Smeed told mourners the vigil was a moment for unity and healing.
—Greg Wehner , Brie Stimson, FOXNews.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Depending on the severity of the sprain and the healing time needed, McCarthy could miss the next four weeks or more.
—James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Sep. 2025
For each patient, results and healing time can vary and take several months to fully settle.
—Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 14 Sep. 2025
Simon Vozick-Levinson, Rolling Stone, 13 Aug. 2025
Jennifer Kester, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
This week, the Aries Moon on Monday and Tuesday lights a fire under your joy sector, reminding you that play and creativity are healing too.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 7 Sep. 2025
Is it grounded in healing justice?
—Carmen Rios, Flow Space, 5 Sep. 2025
Carlo is credited with healing a 4-year-old Brazilian boy who had a serious pancreatic malformation and a 21-year-old Costa Rican woman who was near death after a bicycle accident.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
June Shaver's skin grafts were still healing, with scarring and related swelling only now starting, Larry Shaver said.
—Rey Covarrubias Jr, AZCentral.com, 3 Sep. 2025
He was scheduled to run on Monday, but Alex Cora revealed his injury is not healing the way the team had hoped, according to MassLive's Christopher Smith.
—Aaliyan Mohammed, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
Tips for Continuing Breastfeeding Despite Challenges Breastfeeding and pumping while in the workforce can be challenging, especially while your body is still healing.
—Sarah Scott, Parents, 28 Aug. 2025
Wellness programming includes sunrise yoga and sound healing ceremonies; more informally, guests can also enjoy the pristine seaside location and lazy afternoons by the plunge pool.
—Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 27 Aug. 2025
Noun
The ozone layer's healing demonstrates that entire nations can coordinate to address planetary threats.
—Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
The enchanted satnav system directs Sarah and David to various doors dotted along their circuitous route toward healing.
—Richard Lawson, HollywoodReporter, 16 Sep. 2025
There’s a talking fox and plenty of heart, thanks to themes of found family, community and healing.
—Jamie Harrow, PEOPLE, 16 Sep. 2025
The play runs a swift two hours, with intermission, and ends up an upbeat note of healing and friendship.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Sep. 2025
Both partners need to be conscious of their individual feelings toward the situation and how their emotions may be impacting their quest for healing and forgiveness.
—Hannah Yasharoff, USA Today, 15 Sep. 2025
Utah Tech University President Shane Smeed told mourners the vigil was a moment for unity and healing.
—Greg Wehner , Brie Stimson, FOXNews.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Depending on the severity of the sprain and the healing time needed, McCarthy could miss the next four weeks or more.
—James Brizuela, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Sep. 2025
For each patient, results and healing time can vary and take several months to fully settle.
—Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 14 Sep. 2025
Adjective
That becomes this very healing social situation.
—Simon Vozick-Levinson, Rolling Stone, 13 Aug. 2025
Verb
Ride bareback on a steed into the Indian Ocean with the popular Swimming with Horses activity, try healing equine therapy with the gentle creatures or partake in yoga, massage or reiki that all involve horses.
—Jennifer Kester, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
This week, the Aries Moon on Monday and Tuesday lights a fire under your joy sector, reminding you that play and creativity are healing too.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 7 Sep. 2025
Is it grounded in healing justice?
—Carmen Rios, Flow Space, 5 Sep. 2025
Carlo is credited with healing a 4-year-old Brazilian boy who had a serious pancreatic malformation and a 21-year-old Costa Rican woman who was near death after a bicycle accident.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
June Shaver's skin grafts were still healing, with scarring and related swelling only now starting, Larry Shaver said.
—Rey Covarrubias Jr, AZCentral.com, 3 Sep. 2025
He was scheduled to run on Monday, but Alex Cora revealed his injury is not healing the way the team had hoped, according to MassLive's Christopher Smith.
—Aaliyan Mohammed, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
Tips for Continuing Breastfeeding Despite Challenges Breastfeeding and pumping while in the workforce can be challenging, especially while your body is still healing.
—Sarah Scott, Parents, 28 Aug. 2025
Wellness programming includes sunrise yoga and sound healing ceremonies; more informally, guests can also enjoy the pristine seaside location and lazy afternoons by the plunge pool.
—Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 27 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for healing
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Aliyah Boston previously defended her teammate's decision to end her season and continue her recovery amid the team's playoff run.—
Matthew Couden,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Sep. 2025
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On recovery, the fan collapses just as quickly, reducing drag.—
John Drake,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Garlic honey can be made at home and has potential culinary and medicinal uses.—
Brittany Lubeck,
Verywell Health,
11 Sep. 2025
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At the top, nestled among medicinal plants and fruit trees, sits a yellow house with white latticework and a porch that opens to a view of the hills.—
Gina Pace,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Topics include rehabilitating the Democratic brand, next steps for the party and how to organize and mobilize effectively, among other topics.—
Caitlin Huston,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Sep. 2025
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Among them was Simon Walsh, owner of Nature Island Dive, who opened his shop more than three decades ago and is now pioneering new ways of rehabilitating coral infected by waterborne diseases.—
Rachel Chang,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The idea that new technology can flip the odds of catching a thief or recovering a child feels like progress.—
Jennifer Jolly,
USA Today,
14 Sep. 2025
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On Friday, the left-handed starter — who is recovering from a left rotator-cuff strain — made another rehab start with Triple-A Omaha.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
13 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The Radiance appears to have been absorbed by the darkness, ending an ancient feud and curing the madness of the kingdom.—
Dani Di Placido,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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It’s commonly used in gel nail polishes because of its curing efficiency and resistance to yellowing, according to cosmetic chemist Kelly Dobos.—
Marci Robin,
Allure,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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By embedding halfway houses into the federal transition process, Bush underscored his belief that effective reentry programs could reduce recidivism and strengthen families, turning correctional policy toward rehabilitation as much as punishment.—
Walter Pavlo,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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And yet, despite the somewhat shaky premise—retaining the services of an insurance company that isn’t State Farm is like hiring the All About the Bass warbler to oversee your star quarterback’s injury prevention and/or rehabilitation regimen—the spot hasn’t worn out its welcome.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
12 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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These early localized misfolding events may become future biomarkers or serve as therapeutic entry points.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Sep. 2025
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In recent years, high-profile figures like Elon Musk, Chrissy Teigen and Sharon Osborne have talked about using the substance for therapeutic purposes, contributing to its name recognition.—
Rachel Hale,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Replit just launched Agent 3, their most autonomous agent yet, capable of testing and fixing code, building custom agents, and automating complex workflows across tasks.—
Charlie Fink,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Dead zones in your house can be frustrating, especially when streaming or gaming, but the TP-Link RE715X does a solid job fixing that.—
Shubham Yewale,
PC Magazine,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Healing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/healing. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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