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reparative

adjective

Definition of reparative

as in therapeutic

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Recent Examples of reparative Resolution reflects growing global momentum for reparative justice, though implementation remains contentious among Western nations. — Edith M. Lederer, Los Angeles Times, 26 Mar. 2026 For the most part, rich hair masks are the ultimate split-end menders because they’re packed with intensely moisturizing, reparative ingredients. — Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 23 Mar. 2026 The salt normalizes pH levels and encourages reparative and regenerative cycles for our skin, as well as boosting skin growth and strength, according to the Salt Therapy Association. — Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 20 Mar. 2026 Ideas like reparative journalism and sousveillance — an antonym for surveillance, concerning watching the watchmen in a reversal of power — earn fleeting mentions, but are never the focus of actual inquiry. — Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 14 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for reparative

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Mild to moderate carpal tunnel is increasingly managed with splinting, corticosteroids, physical therapy, therapeutic ultrasound and yoga, per the American Academy of Family Physicians.

— Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 25 July 2026
Couches also allow for an intimate, almost therapeutic moment, particularly during personal songs.

— Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 24 July 2026

Definition of therapeutic

Adjective

Unfortunately, there are cases where an individual’s illness is so advanced that there is no curative treatment available.

— Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 July 2026
For patients, the result could be faster access to curative therapies rather than waiting for annual budgets, coverage decisions, and funding constraints to catch up with scientific advances.

— William V. Padula, STAT, 8 June 2026

Definition of curative

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That can suppress their ability to engage in restorative activities and set up a destructive stress-exhaustion loop.

— Julian Hayes II, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
Full Smile Makeover Antalya has become one of the busiest destinations for smile makeovers, combining cosmetic procedures such as porcelain veneers with restorative treatments including crowns, bridges and dental implants.

— Melinda Sheckells, HollywoodReporter, 15 July 2026

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