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as in redeeming
to make better in behavior or character
an organization that rehabilitates criminals so they can reenter society
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as in healing
to restore to a healthy condition
underwent physical therapy to help rehabilitate her broken elbow
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Recent Examples of rehabilitating
Robinson’s death, before the legend was smoothed, even needed some rehabilitating from the Black Panthers, who eulogize him tellingly, as a product of his time.
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Doreen St. Félix, New Yorker, 1 Feb. 2026
Simon is trying to blend in while suppressing his secret power to bend and manipulate ionic energy while Trevor's true purpose for acting in Wonder Man isn't just about rehabilitating his image.
—Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 29 Jan. 2026
Today, a new generation of NFL boldface names who have kept clear of personal scandals — think Patrick Mahomes, Josh Allen, Travis Kelce, Lamar Jackson, Bo Nix, Jalen Hurts, Joe Burrow, Christian McCaffrey and Jayden Daniels — has been a significant help in rehabilitating the NFL brand.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 28 Jan. 2026
Efforts like moving and rehabilitating Milwaukee's South Shore beach, which has been considered one of the worst beaches in the country, play a big role in improving access to the water.
—Caitlin Looby, jsonline.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Recalling the year-plus journey rehabilitating a torn right ACL is what kept the Charlotte Hornets big man beaming internally even on the toughest of days, which are finally behind him.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 16 Jan. 2026
Mahomes, now rehabilitating from a season-ending knee injury, will turn 36 that September.
—Kansas City Star, 16 Jan. 2026
That included $100 million for new disease-resistant trees, grove management, therapeutic tools and rehabilitating existing trees.
—Jim Turner, Sun Sentinel, 12 Jan. 2026
In fact, when the opera company purchased the property and began rehabilitating it in the 1980s, the goal wasn’t to reinvent it, but to restore it and pay homage to its spirit.
—Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 29 Dec. 2025
Doreen St. Félix, New Yorker, 1 Feb. 2026
Simon is trying to blend in while suppressing his secret power to bend and manipulate ionic energy while Trevor's true purpose for acting in Wonder Man isn't just about rehabilitating his image.
—Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 29 Jan. 2026
Today, a new generation of NFL boldface names who have kept clear of personal scandals — think Patrick Mahomes, Josh Allen, Travis Kelce, Lamar Jackson, Bo Nix, Jalen Hurts, Joe Burrow, Christian McCaffrey and Jayden Daniels — has been a significant help in rehabilitating the NFL brand.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 28 Jan. 2026
Efforts like moving and rehabilitating Milwaukee's South Shore beach, which has been considered one of the worst beaches in the country, play a big role in improving access to the water.
—Caitlin Looby, jsonline.com, 23 Jan. 2026
Recalling the year-plus journey rehabilitating a torn right ACL is what kept the Charlotte Hornets big man beaming internally even on the toughest of days, which are finally behind him.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 16 Jan. 2026
Mahomes, now rehabilitating from a season-ending knee injury, will turn 36 that September.
—Kansas City Star, 16 Jan. 2026
That included $100 million for new disease-resistant trees, grove management, therapeutic tools and rehabilitating existing trees.
—Jim Turner, Sun Sentinel, 12 Jan. 2026
In fact, when the opera company purchased the property and began rehabilitating it in the 1980s, the goal wasn’t to reinvent it, but to restore it and pay homage to its spirit.
—Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 29 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rehabilitating
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In this view, very little in the existing order is worth redeeming.—
Laura K. Field,
The Atlantic,
5 Feb. 2026
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On the other side of the ledger stands a small, weak country 90 miles off South Florida whose only redeeming quality is the enterprising spirit of its people.—
Daniel DePetris,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Feb. 2026
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Some of the more unique options include the Tok Sen massage, which blends Thai massage with vibration therapy, and the Golden Lotus Balancing Ritual that infuses herbal medicine and includes a wrap of healing herbs followed by a full-body massage using herbal cream.—
Lizbeth Scordo,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Jan. 2026
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The charity, which offers healing outdoor experiences as a mental health support initiative, hosted a well-being walk near Curbar in Northern England on January 27.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
31 Jan. 2026
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What is known for a fact is that Hacks will pick up with Deborah reclaiming her legacy after being blamed for killing late-night.—
Antonia Blyth,
Deadline,
7 Feb. 2026
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Philadelphia's largest art museum is reclaiming its earlier name — Philadelphia Museum of Art — after a brief change.—
Laura Fay,
CBS News,
4 Feb. 2026
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Acrylics don't need curing under a lamp and harden within a few minutes.—
Tori Crowther,
Refinery29,
29 Jan. 2026
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Ridley recommends using gel polishes for a deer print mani, since the curing step locks each layer in, keeping them from blurring together and becoming a muddled mess.—
Annie Blay-Tettey,
Allure,
28 Jan. 2026
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The organization is also tasked with improving coordination between government agencies and other stakeholders.—
Noël Fletcher,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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Meantime road crews have been working nonstop since Sunday and conditions were improving Monday night, but drivers are still being urged to stay off the roads and travel cautiously as snow continues to fall.—
Aaron Parseghian,
CBS News,
26 Jan. 2026
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And the makers of the show heard those criticisms and responded by…fixing the problem?—
Elizabeth Logan,
Glamour,
4 Feb. 2026
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Springtails thrive in moist areas, so fixing leaks, reducing humidity, and drying damp spaces are key to prevention.—
Rae Ford,
Martha Stewart,
3 Feb. 2026
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Crystal International Group has outlined its environmental goals in its Sustainability Vision 2030, which includes three categories—regenerating nature, resourcing people and revitalizing community.—
Jennifer Bringle,
Sourcing Journal,
30 Jan. 2026
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Isn’t that how people consume social media, anyway—as an infinitely regenerating substitute for the real world?—
Brady Brickner-Wood,
New Yorker,
14 Jan. 2026
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Members of both the Senate and the House of Representatives have introduced a package of bills to address high housing costs and the shortage of affordable housing by reforming zoning and reducing federal barriers to construction.—
Samantha Delouya,
CNN Money,
8 Feb. 2026
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Clayton County is also considering school closures due to low enrollment, while Gwinnett County is reforming class policies to address overcrowding.—
Monique John,
CBS News,
6 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Rehabilitating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rehabilitating. Accessed 9 Feb. 2026.
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