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as in restored
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as in recovering
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as in redeemed
to make better in behavior or character
an organization that rehabilitates criminals so they can reenter society
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as in healed
to restore to a healthy condition
underwent physical therapy to help rehabilitate her broken elbow
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Recent Examples of rehabilitated
Sharon Chin, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
Gloria Casas, Chicago Tribune, 20 Jan. 2026
Bellinger has gradually rehabilitated his on-field reputation with three excellent seasons — two with the Cubs and one with the Yankees.
—Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 12 Jan. 2026
While Ono’s stature as an artist has largely been rehabilitated, Sheff brings hue and shading to her story.
—Jem Aswad, Variety, 16 Dec. 2025
The albatross was rehabilitated and released back to the wild in a neighboring area in October, officials said.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 5 Nov. 2025
With its sadistic violence, taboo sexuality, and grim depiction of postwar London, Peeping Tom was a flop that essentially ended the illustrious career of director Michael Powell, falling into obscurity until Martin Scorsese rescued it and rehabilitated its reputation with a 1979 rerelease.
—Katie Rife, Entertainment Weekly, 30 Oct. 2025
The project would take up about 14,000 square feet of former retail space on the first floor of the former Woodward & Lothrup department store building, a historic landmark that was rehabilitated more than 20 years ago.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 30 Oct. 2025
Ingram said the trucks have gone through wear and tear, which may limit their ability to distribute water as water networks and wells are rehabilitated.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 15 Oct. 2025
The judge stressed that the defendants should be rehabilitated rather than punished for their crime.
—David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 15 Oct. 2025
Adjective
One winner crafted a new law to give rehabilitated prisoners a second chance.
—Sharon Chin, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
Verb
It was built in 1949 and has been rehabilitated several times, the last being in 2017, documents said.
—Gloria Casas, Chicago Tribune, 20 Jan. 2026
Bellinger has gradually rehabilitated his on-field reputation with three excellent seasons — two with the Cubs and one with the Yankees.
—Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 12 Jan. 2026
While Ono’s stature as an artist has largely been rehabilitated, Sheff brings hue and shading to her story.
—Jem Aswad, Variety, 16 Dec. 2025
The albatross was rehabilitated and released back to the wild in a neighboring area in October, officials said.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 5 Nov. 2025
With its sadistic violence, taboo sexuality, and grim depiction of postwar London, Peeping Tom was a flop that essentially ended the illustrious career of director Michael Powell, falling into obscurity until Martin Scorsese rescued it and rehabilitated its reputation with a 1979 rerelease.
—Katie Rife, Entertainment Weekly, 30 Oct. 2025
The project would take up about 14,000 square feet of former retail space on the first floor of the former Woodward & Lothrup department store building, a historic landmark that was rehabilitated more than 20 years ago.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 30 Oct. 2025
Ingram said the trucks have gone through wear and tear, which may limit their ability to distribute water as water networks and wells are rehabilitated.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 15 Oct. 2025
The judge stressed that the defendants should be rehabilitated rather than punished for their crime.
—David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 15 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rehabilitated
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The Grand 1894 Opera House, one of the most beautiful historic theaters in Texas, offers concerts, touring shows, and performances year-round in an intimate, restored setting.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
22 Dec. 2025
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In her most personal work yet, Nguyen shows how togetherness and storytelling can transform grief into healing, hope and restored kinship.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
14 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Plus, its 3-hour battery life means less charging, and more recovering.—
Talene Appleton,
Men's Health,
31 Jan. 2023
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She was taken to a hospital with punctures and lacerations and is stable and recovering.—
San Diego Union-Tribune,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Nov. 2022
Verb
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Dessner was redeemed in the Best Original Song category, however.—
Jazz Monroe,
Pitchfork,
22 Jan. 2026
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The only requirements are that the sandwich must be redeemed through the restaurant’s app, and there is a limit of one sandwich per customer and per app account.—
Roxana Popescu,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 Jan. 2026
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Because the tragus area is prone to swelling, Tash recommends switching to a mini hoop once the piercing has fully healed, which can take anywhere from 6 to 12 months.—
Marianne Mychaskiw,
Allure,
24 Jan. 2026
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These are often old frost cracks that have healed over, reopened in subsequent winters, and healed again.—
Ahmad Bajjey,
CBS News,
23 Jan. 2026
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Traffickers charge high fees and force victims to recruit friends and family in exchange for improved conditions, furthering a pyramid scheme model, Interpol said.—
Ope Adetayo,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Jan. 2026
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In other words, there are plenty of improved options for both buyers and current owners to explore right now.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
26 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Technology and automation reclaimed time — without replacing people.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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Loose pucks The Dallas Stars claimed — or reclaimed – defenseman Vladislav Kolyachonok off waivers from the Bruins.—
Steve Conroy,
Boston Herald,
21 Jan. 2026
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Breakfast is a huge spread of mueslis, cured meats, cheeses, South Tyrol fruit, cakes, bread, and even multiple local honeys.—
Grainne McBride,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Jan. 2026
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Add into the mix consistent hand-washing, doing the dishes with harsh soaps, and something as mundane as getting gel nail polish cured with a UV light?—
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
18 Jan. 2026
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Without better reporting, lawmakers and analysts will have to act with incomplete knowledge, essentially guessing effective tax rates based on limited and sometimes misleading reporting.—
Howard Gleckman,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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By better understanding how the AAC organizes vocal output in budgerigars, researchers hope to gain new insights into human speech disorders, such as aphasia and Parkinson’s disease, which can impair a person’s ability to produce language.—
Ella Jeffries,
Smithsonian Magazine,
21 Mar. 2025
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“Rehabilitated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rehabilitated. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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