as in recovery
the process or period of gradually regaining one's health and strength
his rehabilitation from the flu was brief, and he was up and working again within a few days
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Recent Examples of rehabilitation
From rescue and rehabilitation programs to stronger protections, hope is on the rise.
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Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes.com, 8 June 2025
The veterinary crew at the Juno Beach facility assisted in Dilly Dally's rehabilitation and care.
—CBS News, 5 June 2025
There, aside veterinarians and caretakers, these bears embark on the journey of rehabilitation.
—Ryley Graham, Smithsonian Magazine, 4 June 2025
The Secondhand Lions star pleaded no contest and was subsequently sentenced to a three-year probation period, a series of Alcoholics Anonymous meetings, and an alcohol rehabilitation and education program.
—Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 3 June 2025
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Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes.com, 8 June 2025
The veterinary crew at the Juno Beach facility assisted in Dilly Dally's rehabilitation and care.
—CBS News, 5 June 2025
There, aside veterinarians and caretakers, these bears embark on the journey of rehabilitation.
—Ryley Graham, Smithsonian Magazine, 4 June 2025
The Secondhand Lions star pleaded no contest and was subsequently sentenced to a three-year probation period, a series of Alcoholics Anonymous meetings, and an alcohol rehabilitation and education program.
—Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 3 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rehabilitation
Noun
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Those who lost property in recent disasters, including Hurricane Helene and the Los Angeles wildfires, are experiencing this firsthand but there are unique solutions for disaster recovery.—
Fred Hubler,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Cielo, a ceramicist, lost her home in the Eaton fire and plans to focus on post-fire recovery.—
Jessica Gelt,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2025
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By way of an ambulance transport plane with two nurses, Sweet was eventually flown back to Omaha to begin rehab at Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital.—
David Browne,
Rolling Stone,
7 June 2025
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Instead of immediately seeking out extra-cushioned footwear or super-specialized shoe inserts, start with some foot exercises, says Irene Davis, a professor of physical therapy and rehab sciences at the University of South Florida.—
Andee Tagle,
NPR,
7 June 2025
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“Rehabilitation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rehabilitation. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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