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as in rehabilitates
to restore to a healthy condition
a low-fat vegetarian diet, moderate exercise, and stress management help heal a diseased heart heal the sick
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as in recovers
to become healthy and strong again after illness or weakness
most of the soldiers could go home while they were still healing from their wounds
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as in cures
to bring about recovery from
time heals all wounds, even those of the heart
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Recent Examples of heals
As the skin heals, scars develop in the form of stretch marks.
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Susan Bard, Verywell Health, 23 Dec. 2024
When the skin heals, small scars form as stretch marks.
—Susan Bard, Verywell Health, 23 Dec. 2024
Stretch marks happen when the skin tears and then heals.
—Susan Bard, Verywell Health, 23 Dec. 2024
The list includes pea protein to protect against heat damage, quinoa to enhance color, and baobab seed oil, which is a rich silky oil that heals dry or damaged hair.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 21 Dec. 2024
But whether late-season aches on a short week or the wounds of a blowout loss, nothing heals like a win.
—Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Los Angeles Times, 19 Dec. 2024
Welcome Back Rich Rod Time heals all wounds?
—Tom Layberger, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
Some players like to get in among the enemy lines and deal loads of damage, others like to stay back and provide buffs and heals from afar, while some like to stand at the front, tanking hits and keeping allies safe.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
Grief is a long road, and each person heals at their own pace.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 11 Dec. 2024
Susan Bard, Verywell Health, 23 Dec. 2024
When the skin heals, small scars form as stretch marks.
—Susan Bard, Verywell Health, 23 Dec. 2024
Stretch marks happen when the skin tears and then heals.
—Susan Bard, Verywell Health, 23 Dec. 2024
The list includes pea protein to protect against heat damage, quinoa to enhance color, and baobab seed oil, which is a rich silky oil that heals dry or damaged hair.
—Marci Robin, Allure, 21 Dec. 2024
But whether late-season aches on a short week or the wounds of a blowout loss, nothing heals like a win.
—Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Los Angeles Times, 19 Dec. 2024
Welcome Back Rich Rod Time heals all wounds?
—Tom Layberger, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
Some players like to get in among the enemy lines and deal loads of damage, others like to stay back and provide buffs and heals from afar, while some like to stand at the front, tanking hits and keeping allies safe.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
Grief is a long road, and each person heals at their own pace.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 11 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for heals
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Startup 9-Tech has a recycling process that recovers up to 90 percent of the materials without using toxic chemicals or releasing pollutants into the environment.IEEE Spectrum, IEEE Spectrum, 23 Dec. 2024
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The Bulldogs also face questions at quarterback, with backup Gunner Stockton preparing to start as Carson Beck recovers from an elbow injury.Jayna Bardahl, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
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This typically improves health outcomes.Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 3 Jan. 2025
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Burgoo only improves as the flavors marry, particularly when refrigerated overnight.Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 2 Jan. 2025
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This alleviates at least some of that pressure.Paul Tassi, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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Andrew's decision to skip Sandringham — and now the Christmas lunch — also alleviates potential pressure on his brother the King, 76, about the problematic concept of public appearances at this time.Janine Henni, People.com, 18 Dec. 2024
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Another important factor is if a jacket limits mobility or gets in the way when the dog relieves itself.Madison Yauger, People.com, 3 Jan. 2025
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The partnership relieves overcrowding at the shelter, which has recently seen an uptick in the average length of stay before getting adopted, said shelter spokesperson Jen Smieja.JR Radcliffe, Journal Sentinel, 26 Dec. 2024
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Bye Bye Dark Spots Concealer + Serum actively treats discoloration with 2% niacinamide and helps brighten the look of dark circles, thanks to caffeine.Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 23 Dec. 2024
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That's the way society treats you.Janine Rubenstein, People.com, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Heals.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heals. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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