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as in healthy
beneficial to the health of body or mind
took a restorative vitamin mix to improve his immune system
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as in refreshing
having a renewing effect on the state of the body or mind
I am in need of a long, restorative vacation
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as in medicinal
tending to cure disease or restore health
relocation to a milder climate proved to be just the restorative measure that was needed for the sickly child
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Recent Examples of restorative
At the same time, many people are simultaneously overworked, overstimulated, under-recovered, and increasingly disconnected from basic biological rhythms like sunlight exposure, restorative sleep, physical movement, and nervous system regulation.
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Meggen Harris, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
The right questions up front are the difference between a restorative stay and an overpriced weekend of marketing.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 23 May 2026
Spa-like bathrooms feature restorative Perricone MD amenities, soaking tubs, rain-showers, and more.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 23 May 2026
Waterfalls, volcanic terrain and open coastlines are frequently described as emotionally restorative for travelers seeking space and reflection.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 21 May 2026
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Meggen Harris, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
The right questions up front are the difference between a restorative stay and an overpriced weekend of marketing.
—Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 23 May 2026
Spa-like bathrooms feature restorative Perricone MD amenities, soaking tubs, rain-showers, and more.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 23 May 2026
Waterfalls, volcanic terrain and open coastlines are frequently described as emotionally restorative for travelers seeking space and reflection.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 21 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for restorative
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Yes, that extension will probably be worth anywhere from $15-17 million per season — a healthy bump from the $9-million cap hit Makar commanded in ’25-26.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
31 May 2026
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As a part of a broader effort to help curtail these ill effects, HHS has released a comprehensive advisory report on the harms of screen use and how parents can help promote healthy habits.—
Forbes.com,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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In the current era of Big Brother, in which one big alliance ofetn mows down the rest of the house with little-to-no resistance, revisiting a season-long duel between two distinct teams is even more refreshing.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 June 2026
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Moss is paired with sea salt for a subtle briny funk, while herbaceous sage, warm vetiver, and airy musk leave the scent light and refreshing.—
Kara Jillian Brown,
InStyle,
3 June 2026
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The farm specializes in gourmet and medicinal fungi, such as oyster, lion's mane, and native Danish coral tooth mushrooms.—
Christopher Elliott,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2026
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Then there’s the white sage, with its velvety leaves and strong, almost medicinal scent.—
Caron Golden,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 May 2026
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But on the other hand the club also needed power, and even in a best case scenario Durbin never projected as someone who’d move the needle much in that area.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
30 May 2026
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Then obviously, the Colorado Eagles and the Colorado Avalanche — just two really good teams.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
30 May 2026
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These regulations should ensure that any platform capable of forming a persuasive bond with a user is subject to similar safety oversight as a licensed therapeutic service.—
Hansa Bhargava,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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Health workers say the sessions are designed as therapeutic interventions for living with anxiety, depression, autism, schizophrenia or other conditions.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
31 May 2026
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Trump’s order adds weight behind the study at a time when the administration had appeared to be trying to shift focus away from Kennedy’s more contentious vaccine policies and toward topics with more widespread support among medical professionals, such as healthful eating.—
Collin Binkley,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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When herbs overflow the garden, make this vibrant, healthful hummus, punched up with lots of lemon juice.—
Joie Probst,
Midwest Living,
23 May 2026
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Persistent claudication, non-healing wounds, severe swelling and numbness that doesn’t resolve are all reasons to see a clinician.—
Allison Palmer,
Miami Herald,
28 May 2026
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That becomes this very healing social situation.—
Simon Vozick-Levinson,
Rolling Stone,
13 Aug. 2025
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Lemony Chicken Soup with Rice A bright jolt of citrus wakes up this curative, homestyle chicken soup.—
Ginger Crichton,
Midwest Living,
1 Apr. 2026
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Around the eleventh century, in Anglo‑Saxon England, instructions for an elaborate childbearing and mothering ritual were recorded by monks in the Lacnunga, a collection of medical texts and curative prayers.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 Mar. 2026
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“Restorative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/restorative. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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