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Recent Examples of rehabilitative
Proceeds will go to the Resident Recreation Fund, which provides programs and activities for those living at the center, which offers long- and short-term rehabilitative services to DuPage County residents.
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Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 21 Jan. 2026
Among the 13 categories deemed high risk for fraud are adult companion, day and rehabilitative mental health services, individualized home supports, residential treatment services and more.
—Riley Moser, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
Establishing transparent timelines and eligibility criteria, especially for people who have non-violent convictions or have demonstrated substantial rehabilitative progress, would make the process more predictable.
—Khalil Cumberbatch, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2025
This work highlights the need for rehabilitative interventions that strengthen – rather than burden – parent-child relationships.
—Caitlin Cavanagh, The Conversation, 15 Oct. 2025
Nate Forbes and his wife, Catherine, also recently made a major donation to the University of Michigan, which will establish an institute dedicated to sports medicine, orthopedic, and physical medicine and rehabilitative care.
—Carol Cain, Freep.com, 11 Oct. 2025
Their clientele may have access to rehabilitative services through these centers, but that cry for help may not come for a long time.
—Boston Herald Editorial Staff, Boston Herald, 17 Sep. 2025
Indeed, Devonté Hynes, on his fifth studio LP as Blood Orange, manages to make life’s contemplative moments seem urgent, celestial, and rehabilitative.
—Will Dukes, Rolling Stone, 2 Sep. 2025
Both brothers went through educational and rehabilitative programs in the last few decades, which commissioners praised.
—Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 24 Aug. 2025
Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 21 Jan. 2026
Among the 13 categories deemed high risk for fraud are adult companion, day and rehabilitative mental health services, individualized home supports, residential treatment services and more.
—Riley Moser, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
Establishing transparent timelines and eligibility criteria, especially for people who have non-violent convictions or have demonstrated substantial rehabilitative progress, would make the process more predictable.
—Khalil Cumberbatch, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2025
This work highlights the need for rehabilitative interventions that strengthen – rather than burden – parent-child relationships.
—Caitlin Cavanagh, The Conversation, 15 Oct. 2025
Nate Forbes and his wife, Catherine, also recently made a major donation to the University of Michigan, which will establish an institute dedicated to sports medicine, orthopedic, and physical medicine and rehabilitative care.
—Carol Cain, Freep.com, 11 Oct. 2025
Their clientele may have access to rehabilitative services through these centers, but that cry for help may not come for a long time.
—Boston Herald Editorial Staff, Boston Herald, 17 Sep. 2025
Indeed, Devonté Hynes, on his fifth studio LP as Blood Orange, manages to make life’s contemplative moments seem urgent, celestial, and rehabilitative.
—Will Dukes, Rolling Stone, 2 Sep. 2025
Both brothers went through educational and rehabilitative programs in the last few decades, which commissioners praised.
—Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 24 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rehabilitative
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After the University of California San Diego stopped using SAT and ACT scores in admissions beginning in 2020, the percentage of its students who placed into remedial math jumped from 1% to 12%.—
David Blobaum,
Twin Cities,
18 Jan. 2026
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According to the lawsuit, EcoIdeas has acknowledged its breach of contract and promised to take remedial action, such as filing an insurance claim and reimbursing Lola’s for losses, but has failed to follow through.—
Clark Kauffman,
Des Moines Register,
17 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Plaintiffs allege Pepsi monitored competitors’ retail pricing and took corrective action whenever Walmart’s price advantage was threatened.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
10 Jan. 2026
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In Iran today, the regime’s founding principle of pan-Islamic revolutionary ideology has been supplanted by a fierce, corrective nationalism.—
Karim Sadjadpour,
The Atlantic,
10 Jan. 2026
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Money-minded Venus is squaring curative Chiron, pushing you to match your spending habits with your values (without shaming yourself or others).—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
11 Jan. 2026
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While many countries around the world swear by the curative properties of their hot springs, France sets itself apart by integrating them into its healthcare system.—
Julia Webster Ayuso,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Jan. 2026
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Many of these buyers maintain primary residences elsewhere and are seeking a true resort experience with seamless ski-in/ski-out access, direct mountain connectivity, restorative amenities such as a spa, and elevated dining and retail offerings.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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Plus, find more replenishing and restorative skincare products at Amazon below.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
23 Jan. 2026
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The stricter criteria applies to hundreds of spots in the nonprofit’s family, sober-living and recuperative care programs.—
Blake Nelson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Jan. 2026
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Lattimore and then-Deputy Director of Housing Stability Kimberly Cleminson exited their roles with the county following an internal investigation related to their involvement with a recuperative care business in Brooklyn Center.—
Imani Cruzen,
Twin Cities,
11 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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Ashwagandha Ashwagandha is an herb that's been used for its medicinal purposes for thousands of years.—
Megan Nunn,
Verywell Health,
28 Jan. 2026
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By the time Colorado changed its laws, Liberato had become a regular user of LSD and psilocybin, and had begun teaching others how to use them for medicinal purposes at a healing center near Colorado Springs.—
Frederick Dreier,
Outside,
22 Jan. 2026
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Romance and friendship here feel equal, refreshing and built on mutual admiration.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
29 Jan. 2026
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This refreshing drink combines turmeric powder, lemon juice, raw honey (for taste), and coconut or mineral water.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Verywell Health,
29 Jan. 2026
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Founded by three young entrepreneurs, Nude Miami hopes to tap into the area’s growing desire for healthful, natural foods with unique offerings and a community-centric vibe.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
22 Jan. 2026
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The name Épi is derived from the French word for grocery—so the food is excellent, down to the fresh and healthful smoothies the attendants deliver poolside.—
Tom Morris,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Rehabilitative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rehabilitative. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.
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