as in repair
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as in restoring
to bring back to a former condition or vigor
it will take some time to repair your energy after a bout with the flu
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as in fixing
to put into good shape or working order again
having trouble finding someone who repairs audio components
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Recent Examples of repairing
Julio Fuentes, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2026
Those practicing this movement avoid purchasing nonessential items and instead rely on reuse, borrowing, repairing, thrifting, and sharing within their communities.
—Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Feb. 2026
The latest restoration, completed just ahead of the 60th anniversary of the A-12's operational readiness in November 1965, also included stripping failing paint, repairing water damage and inspecting the cockpit.
—Olivia Gazis, CBS News, 6 Feb. 2026
Since 1995, Angi has connected home professionals with homeowners and customers across more than 500 different categories, from repairing and remodeling homes to cleaning and landscaping.
—Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 6 Feb. 2026
These amino acids are absorbed and distributed throughout the body according to physiological priorities, which may include muscle repair, immune function or organ maintenance, including maintaining and repairing healthy skin.
—Leeann Weintraub, Daily News, 5 Feb. 2026
And that’s aside from the money that the next owner will have to sink into repairing and upgrading the antique building, expected to be well over $100 million.
—Kim Velsey, Curbed, 3 Feb. 2026
The couple began repairing and renovating the house after Irene, but before that work was done, Superstorm Sandy struck the next year, destroying brand new windows and other furnishings inside.
—Maleena Muzio, Hartford Courant, 31 Jan. 2026
Being a self-repairing sack of meat, even in 2026, still has its advantages.
—Big Think, 30 Jan. 2026
Verb
From covering payroll during seasonal slowdowns to purchasing inventory, repairing equipment, or managing cash-flow gaps, access to flexible financing allows entrepreneurs to grow and adapt in an ever-changing marketplace.
—Julio Fuentes, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2026
Those practicing this movement avoid purchasing nonessential items and instead rely on reuse, borrowing, repairing, thrifting, and sharing within their communities.
—Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Feb. 2026
The latest restoration, completed just ahead of the 60th anniversary of the A-12's operational readiness in November 1965, also included stripping failing paint, repairing water damage and inspecting the cockpit.
—Olivia Gazis, CBS News, 6 Feb. 2026
Since 1995, Angi has connected home professionals with homeowners and customers across more than 500 different categories, from repairing and remodeling homes to cleaning and landscaping.
—Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 6 Feb. 2026
These amino acids are absorbed and distributed throughout the body according to physiological priorities, which may include muscle repair, immune function or organ maintenance, including maintaining and repairing healthy skin.
—Leeann Weintraub, Daily News, 5 Feb. 2026
And that’s aside from the money that the next owner will have to sink into repairing and upgrading the antique building, expected to be well over $100 million.
—Kim Velsey, Curbed, 3 Feb. 2026
The couple began repairing and renovating the house after Irene, but before that work was done, Superstorm Sandy struck the next year, destroying brand new windows and other furnishings inside.
—Maleena Muzio, Hartford Courant, 31 Jan. 2026
Being a self-repairing sack of meat, even in 2026, still has its advantages.
—Big Think, 30 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for repairing
Noun
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In other restaurant news, the recent stretch of frigid weather left three restaurants in Providence and Newport closed for repairs due to burst water pipes.—
Kathleen Hill,
The Providence Journal,
7 Feb. 2026
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Engineers urged the property manager to make repairs.—
Gillian Stawiszynski,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
7 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Trump cut federal ties with the firm before Karp cut a deal with the White House, restoring the relationship.—
Emily Hallas,
The Washington Examiner,
5 Feb. 2026
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But if the state Senate fails to act in the service of saving the waning hope of restoring democracy in this country, then Maryland and all our residents will bear some responsibility for the consequences.—
Sherrilyn Ifill,
Baltimore Sun,
5 Feb. 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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Family ties may need some mending, and once they’ve been handled, those bonds could be immensely helpful.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
24 Jan. 2026
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Visitors can try their hand at skills such as block printing, moss wall art, and Japanese sashiko mending.—
Kathryn Romeyn,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Since last fall, Nike has beefed up its boot offerings by reviving both the Air Max Goadome and Bolotoro silhouettes.—
Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
3 Feb. 2026
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The company which makes Regal Ware cookware is reviving the name of its manufacturing operation –reflecting its Wisconsin roots.—
Tom Daykin,
jsonline.com,
2 Feb. 2026
Verb
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This is not the lecture being offered elsewhere about tanking, which certainly appears to be the preferred method of rebuilding in today’s NBA.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
7 Feb. 2026
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The next day, a neighbor explained that the owners were rebuilding to make the home fully accessible for their son, who was only a few years older than mine.—
Coley Gallagher,
The Orlando Sentinel,
7 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Those recreating in alpine environments should plan ahead and be prepared for ice, snow, high winds, and subzero temperatures.—
Jennifer McRae,
CBS News,
9 Feb. 2026
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The airline prides itself on recreating the feel-good coziness and charm of Austrian culture even at 30,000 feet.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 Feb. 2026
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Government investigators relied heavily on that footage in reconstructing the timeline of events.—
Daniel Ruetenik,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2026
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Reading and reconstructing these signals is exactly what Revoice is intended to do.—
Maryna Holovnova,
New Atlas,
21 Jan. 2026
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“Repairing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/repairing. Accessed 11 Feb. 2026.
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