medicating

Definition of medicatingnext
present participle of medicate

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for medicating
Verb
  • The mistake many professionals make is treating feedback emotionally instead of analytically.
    Johnny C. Taylor Jr, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026
  • That’s a serious concern, but that’s an argument for smart fiscal reform, not for treating Powell’s Harvard remarks as a five-alarm fire.
    Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 30 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Wilson, who was born in Jamaica and lived in North Lauderdale, was a religious man who put effort into his relationships and was willing to right his wrongs, said those attending the service.
    Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 28 Mar. 2026
  • In terms of the festival, over 45 wineries will be attending.
    Carmela Karcher, CBS News, 28 Mar. 2026
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“Medicating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/medicating. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.

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