1
as in to redeem
to make better in behavior or character
an organization that rehabilitates criminals so they can reenter society
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2
as in to heal
to restore to a healthy condition
underwent physical therapy to help rehabilitate her broken elbow
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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 rehabilitate
Virginia Chamlee, People.com, 4 Apr. 2025
Grant Williams wasn’t going anywhere yet and was among the last to finally emerge from his latest training session rehabilitating his torn right ACL.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 5 Apr. 2025
Adriana Morga, Chicago Tribune, 22 Apr. 2025
The emails going out in the next weeks to those in default will urge borrowers to contact the department’s Default Resolution Group to either start making monthly payments or sign up for loan rehabilitation.
—David Lightman, Sacbee.com, 22 Apr. 2025
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Verb
Owa's successful return to the wild marked a significant milestone in SeaWorld's 50-year-history of rescuing and rehabilitating the animals.
—Virginia Chamlee, People.com, 4 Apr. 2025
Grant Williams wasn’t going anywhere yet and was among the last to finally emerge from his latest training session rehabilitating his torn right ACL.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 5 Apr. 2025
Noun
Betsy Mayotte, president of The Institute for Student Loan Advisors, recommends loan rehabilitation as an option.
—Adriana Morga, Chicago Tribune, 22 Apr. 2025
The emails going out in the next weeks to those in default will urge borrowers to contact the department’s Default Resolution Group to either start making monthly payments or sign up for loan rehabilitation.
—David Lightman, Sacbee.com, 22 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rehabilitate
Verb
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As part of Thursday’s update, Coinbase users will also be able to redeem their PYUSD for dollars directly on the Coinbase platform, mirroring a USDC capability.—
Tanaya Macheel,
CNBC,
24 Apr. 2025
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Andaz Miami Beach is one of the best ways to redeem Hyatt points in the Sunshine State.—
Chris Dong,
AFAR Media,
24 Apr. 2025
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Sending healing energy to Alijah and hoping he’s fully restored soon!—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
25 Apr. 2025
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On May 2, the Venus-Neptune conjunction offers a chance to meet someone in a more honest, healing way.—
Colin Bedell,
Them.,
25 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Initial evidence suggests the practice may support the immune system, boost mood, improve circulation, decrease inflammation, relieve pain, and increase muscle recovery, though much more research is necessary to support these findings.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
23 Apr. 2025
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Net charge-offs refer to the amount of debt a bank has written off as uncollectible, minus any recoveries.—
Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
23 Apr. 2025
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In some cases, a text scammer will be able to extract enough of a response to track down the person’s social media accounts and lock them out and people are willing to pay to reclaim their accounts.—
Kevin Williams,
CNBC,
25 Apr. 2025
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While Trump didn't explicitly endorse any specific plan to circumvent this rule, some have speculated that a scenario could unfold where Vice President JD Vance becomes president in 2028 and steps aside to allow Trump to reclaim the office.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Apr. 2025
Verb
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However, there is no scientific evidence that supports the idea that this diet can prevent or cure cancer.—
CNN.com Wire Service,
Mercury News,
25 Apr. 2025
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No matter what causes PD, its symptoms can often be alleviated—even though the disease cannot be cured.—
Daryl Austin,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Mallory finished rehab and entered a halfway house, while still on Suboxone.—
Ethan Brooks,
The Atlantic,
23 Apr. 2025
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Tyson Miller — who became one of the club’s top relievers after the Mariners designated him for assignment last May — is making progress in his rehab assignment with Triple-A Iowa.—
Patrick Mooney,
New York Times,
23 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Just last December, a ballot initiative in the city of Everett, Washington, granted legally enforceable rights — to exist, regenerate, and flourish — to the Snohomish River watershed.—
India Nye Wenner,
Rolling Stone,
22 Apr. 2025
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The attention to detail and urgency that the Clippers had to end the regular season must be regenerated for the playoffs.—
Law Murray,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2025
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The network has put together a focus group to figure out how to fix the issue.—
Jessica M. Goldstein,
Vulture,
2 May 2025
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Lead Sensei wants to be known as the product that fixes businesses and sets them up for long-term success.—
Jon Stojan,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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“Rehabilitate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rehabilitate. Accessed 7 May. 2025.
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