1
as in fixed
to put into good shape or working order again
that shirt will be as good as new when I'm finished mending it
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2
as in recovered
to become healthy and strong again after illness or weakness
she's mending after a particularly nasty bout of the flu
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3
as in healed
to restore to a healthy condition
mended the broken plant so that it was soon thriving again
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as in compensated
to make up for (an offense)
the proverb "least said, soonest mended" should be heeded by anyone tempted to angrily blurt out things they really don't mean
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as in improved
to change one's behavior or character for the better
everyone's written her off as a liar and a thief, but I say it's never too late to mend
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as in cured
to bring about recovery from
the old adage that only time can mend a broken heart
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as in repaired
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Recent Examples of mended
Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 8 Sep. 2025
The leaders have since mended their relationship.
—Francesca Chambers, The Enquirer, 30 Aug. 2025
The leaders have since mended their relationship.
—Francesca Chambers, USA Today, 29 Aug. 2025
The franchise has alienated its stars before, like Barry Sanders and Calvin Johnson, but has since mended those relationships.
—Trevor Squire, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Aug. 2025
Before that exhibition, the Dolphins took part in their first joint practice of training camp ahead of the 2025 season, a chippy session with the Chicago Bears that even brought some in-fighting on the roster which has since been mended.
—David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 11 Aug. 2025
With Lil Weezyana Fest set to return to New Orleans on September 22 — and all four Hot Boys, including the Big Tymers, currently announced to hit the stage — many are watching to see if fences can be mended in time for a full-circle reunion.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 6 Aug. 2025
Some threads are meant to last and deserve to be mended if broken.
—Jann E. Freed, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2025
Adjective
The feud between King Charles and Prince Harry was starting to feel like it could be mended, after reports that the two were set to meet in Harry’s latest UK visit.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 8 Sep. 2025
The leaders have since mended their relationship.
—Francesca Chambers, The Enquirer, 30 Aug. 2025
The leaders have since mended their relationship.
—Francesca Chambers, USA Today, 29 Aug. 2025
The franchise has alienated its stars before, like Barry Sanders and Calvin Johnson, but has since mended those relationships.
—Trevor Squire, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Aug. 2025
Before that exhibition, the Dolphins took part in their first joint practice of training camp ahead of the 2025 season, a chippy session with the Chicago Bears that even brought some in-fighting on the roster which has since been mended.
—David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 11 Aug. 2025
With Lil Weezyana Fest set to return to New Orleans on September 22 — and all four Hot Boys, including the Big Tymers, currently announced to hit the stage — many are watching to see if fences can be mended in time for a full-circle reunion.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 6 Aug. 2025
Some threads are meant to last and deserve to be mended if broken.
—Jann E. Freed, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mended
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Will CarShield cover the cost of a rental car while my vehicle is being repaired?—
Brian Sloan,
CNBC,
4 Sep. 2025
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Without objection from the Railroad Commission, the pipeline was repaired and back in service three days later.—
ProPublica,
ProPublica,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Bryon Nelson fumbled and Lenell Lawrence recovered for the Farmers at the 24-yard line.—
Cody Thorn,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Sep. 2025
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Suspect had trove of weapons Authorities conducted a search of the home where Leon lives and recovered about 20 firearms, including a handful of AR-style rifles, shotguns and medium-caliber pistols, according to the criminal complaint.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Carlo's first miracle was recorded in 2020, when a Brazilian boy was healed after his mother prayed in his name, according to CNN.—
Escher Walcott,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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The woman, who doctors said had a low chance of survival, was said to have healed miraculously after praying for Acutis to intercede, according to Vatican News.—
Lauren Costantino
September 6,
Miami Herald,
6 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The problem is that those players are in high demand, and most of them are well-compensated by the team that employs them (see OG Anunoby, Jalen Johnson, and Jalen Suggs).—
Mat Issa,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Players would likely be compensated for contributing their name, image, and likeness to the game.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Witt finished Thursday’s series finale with the biggest hit of the night as the Royals improved to 71-69.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
5 Sep. 2025
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In addition, Instagram has improved a few other corners to make better use of the larger display.—
Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In their assessments, desegregation and the passage of time have cured all of America’s racial ills.—
Time,
Time,
4 Sep. 2025
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While the condition cannot currently be cured, treatment can often help manage it, especially when right for the individual.—
Hannah Millington,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The upshot is that France’s fiscal mess is unlikely to be fixed anytime soon.—
Saskya Vandoorne,
CNN Money,
8 Sep. 2025
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This composition positions the blood moon atop Tokyo's famous Skytree tower in Japan, giving the impression that the lunar disk is a red orb fixed to the top of a metal staff.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Little French Key rehabilitated the animals and provided them healthy diets, veterinary care and enrichment.—
Bill Bowden,
Arkansas Online,
29 Aug. 2025
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Law enforcement first raided this cultivation site in 2024, but it was not rehabilitated until this year due to the presence of hazardous chemicals.—
Colson Thayer,
People.com,
25 Aug. 2025
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“Mended.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mended. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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