1
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
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.
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Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 17 Aug. 2025
Smith is rehabilitating from an Achilles tear sustained last December.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 16 Aug. 2025
In Osceola County, the first phase of rehabilitating 50 multifamily rental units in the Kissimmee Oaks complex will receive $1 million, according to a news release from FHL Banks.
—Staff Report, Orlando Sentinel, 21 Dec. 2024
The voter material for the 2018 ballot proposal, Regional Measure 3, listed the projects but didn’t mention that the money would go toward maintaining or rehabilitating the bridges.
—Daniel Borenstein, The Mercury News, 6 Dec. 2024
The event celebrated and raised funds for the Vanderpump Dog Foundation’s efforts in rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming dogs.
—Charna Flam, People.com, 19 Nov. 2024
At this stage, efforts remain focused on rehabilitating the penguin, the government department said.
—Peter Guo, NBC News, 12 Nov. 2024
The Yellow Ribbon Project is a government program aimed at rehabilitating former convicts, with job placement and community engagement.
—Rebecca Wright, CNN, 19 Oct. 2024
The pup is now safe and rehabilitating at an animal rescue facility in Tallahassee.
—Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 11 Oct. 2024
Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 17 Aug. 2025
Smith is rehabilitating from an Achilles tear sustained last December.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 16 Aug. 2025
In Osceola County, the first phase of rehabilitating 50 multifamily rental units in the Kissimmee Oaks complex will receive $1 million, according to a news release from FHL Banks.
—Staff Report, Orlando Sentinel, 21 Dec. 2024
The voter material for the 2018 ballot proposal, Regional Measure 3, listed the projects but didn’t mention that the money would go toward maintaining or rehabilitating the bridges.
—Daniel Borenstein, The Mercury News, 6 Dec. 2024
The event celebrated and raised funds for the Vanderpump Dog Foundation’s efforts in rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming dogs.
—Charna Flam, People.com, 19 Nov. 2024
At this stage, efforts remain focused on rehabilitating the penguin, the government department said.
—Peter Guo, NBC News, 12 Nov. 2024
The Yellow Ribbon Project is a government program aimed at rehabilitating former convicts, with job placement and community engagement.
—Rebecca Wright, CNN, 19 Oct. 2024
The pup is now safe and rehabilitating at an animal rescue facility in Tallahassee.
—Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 11 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rehabilitating
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Perks include redeeming points for free nights, daily breakfast, and pre-arrival upgrades.—
Susmita Baral,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
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When redeeming the free cone at any Graeter's location, customers can make a donation directly to The Cure Starts Now.—
Grace Tucker,
The Enquirer,
3 Sep. 2025
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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
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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
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Climbing organizations led by people of color aren’t creating something new—they’re reclaiming something that was always theirs.—
Skylar Mitchell,
Essence,
9 Sep. 2025
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Each round felt like a step toward reclaiming himself.—
Zach Sweet,
Kansas City Star,
9 Sep. 2025
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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
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Sean Longstaff and Dominic Calvert-Lewin have joined from Newcastle and Everton respectively, while the exciting additions of midfielder Anton Stach from Hoffenheim and attacker Noah Okafor from AC Milan will provide hope of improving on a solid start.—
Jack Bantock,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
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India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi met China's President Xi Jinping at the 5th Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit, signaling improving ties.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
4 Sep. 2025
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It was also said to be improbable that a player of Paqueta’s standing would engage in spot fixing due to the risks to his career, his wealth and a lack of interest in gambling.—
Philip Buckingham,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
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Look into weatherization improvements, like fixing leaky doors and windows that allow heat to escape, as well as installing solar panels and heat pumps.—
Simmone Shah,
Time,
3 Sep. 2025
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The sender used an app that kept regenerating new phone numbers, so Lauryn and McKenny were unable to block them.—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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There are as many as 9000 genes that seem to be involved in regenerating an amputated eye in the snails, reducing down to 1,175 genes by the 28th day of the process, so complete maturation of the new eyes might take longer.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
31 Aug. 2025
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While the former demands fiscal consolidation from France’s leadership, the latter is opposed to spending cuts and reforms — such as raising the retirement age and reforming the pension system — that economists see as necessary to balance the books.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
10 Sep. 2025
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Edwards says restoring and reforming the program would ensure rural communities have more equitable access to funding meant to protect against disasters.—
Briah Lumpkins,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Rehabilitating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rehabilitating. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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