as in healthy
beneficial to the health of body or mind
the thirsty wayfarer eagerly took a drink of the spring's salutiferous water
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Adjective
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While Pochettino said the substitution was purely precautionary, American fans will likely remain uneasy until Pulisic is back on the field and fully healthy.—
Matt Reigle,
FOXNews.com,
13 June 2026 -
Four hours after a meal, a healthy stomach has cleared all but about 10% of its contents.—
Ryan Brennan,
Charlotte Observer,
13 June 2026
Adjective
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Speaking of which, the USWNT sent their best before kickoff.—
Matt Reigle OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
13 June 2026
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So, nights such as Friday at the Coliseum are the next-best thing.—
Joaquin Ruiz,
Los Angeles Times,
13 June 2026
Adjective
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During Prohibition, Old Forester was one of just a handful of brands that were given licenses to produce medicinal whiskey.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
10 June 2026
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That includes marine species—such as sea cucumbers, seahorses and shark fins, which are illegally harvested and sold for possible medicinal uses or as food.—
Jackie Flynn Mogensen,
Scientific American,
7 June 2026
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“Salutiferous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/salutiferous. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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