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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
Cleanse, hydrate, and nourish your skin with a gentle cleanser, restorative night cream, purifying clay mask, and more.
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Mia Huelsbeck, People.com, 28 Nov. 2024
Some sought an escape from the ghosts of World War I; others hoped the tropical climate would prove restorative.
—Meilan Solly, Smithsonian Magazine, 27 Nov. 2024
Carroll’s clinic offers dental exams, cleanings, digital X-rays, sealants, fluoride treatments, nitrous oxide (laughing gas), extractions, composite (white) fillings, and general restorative services, according to a news release.
—Thomas Goodwin Smith, Baltimore Sun, 22 Nov. 2024
State legislators have been exploring restorative justice programs, which aim to hold offenders accountable, rehabilitate them and provide healing for victims.
—Lauren Jessop | The Center Square Contributor, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 18 Oct. 2024
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Mia Huelsbeck, People.com, 28 Nov. 2024
Some sought an escape from the ghosts of World War I; others hoped the tropical climate would prove restorative.
—Meilan Solly, Smithsonian Magazine, 27 Nov. 2024
Carroll’s clinic offers dental exams, cleanings, digital X-rays, sealants, fluoride treatments, nitrous oxide (laughing gas), extractions, composite (white) fillings, and general restorative services, according to a news release.
—Thomas Goodwin Smith, Baltimore Sun, 22 Nov. 2024
State legislators have been exploring restorative justice programs, which aim to hold offenders accountable, rehabilitate them and provide healing for victims.
—Lauren Jessop | The Center Square Contributor, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 18 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for restorative
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In the United States and around the world, the nonprofit works to ensure children grow up healthy, educated, and safe.Matt Grobar, Deadline, 10 Dec. 2024
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Don’t fret — this is all about finding a healthy balance between your passionate pursuit of creativity and recognition and your need for personal space.Valerie Mesa, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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Some of the past delights have featured a refreshing raspberry beer paired with a lemon dessert or a chocolate stout pint with a crumbly peanut butter cookie.Ethan Stone, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
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The icy root beer exterior is refreshing and robust, brilliantly blending with the creamy vanilla ice cream inside.Alex Beggs, Bon Appétit, 12 Dec. 2024
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Unlike traditional lavender scents that can feel sharp or medicinal, this one is seamlessly integrated, adding an airy, sophisticated dimension.Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 13 Dec. 2024
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It was born in Italy as a way of creating infusions that were intended to be medicinal and good for you.Alissa Fitzgerald, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
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Joe Buscaglia, Bills beat writer Rams survive Allen’s best ‘hero ball’ Throughout the first half, the Rams’ defense (and Buffalo’s game plan) made Allen look mortal.Tim Graham, The Athletic, 9 Dec. 2024
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Often, leaders have really good intentions to be inclusive, but obstacles or barriers get in the way.Julie Kratz, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
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Lilly plans to produce and manufacture a injectable drug to treat diabetes, obesity and other future medicines across therapeutic areas.Ricardo Torres, Journal Sentinel, 5 Dec. 2024
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The study stressed that MDMA should only be used to treat PTSD in a therapeutic environment.Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2024
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Homemade desserts can be a great holiday gift, but for people trying to maintain their weight and eat healthful foods, those gifts may not be a blessing.Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 7 Dec. 2024
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Consumers and farmers who want to be part of a more healthful future may wonder about alternatives to intensive animal farming.Seema Policepatil, The Mercury News, 19 Nov. 2024
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This requires: Integration: Seamlessly incorporating mental, physical, and social health into care delivery. Prevention: Prioritizing early detection and proactive interventions over reactive, curative approaches.Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Specifically, some of the areas that are particularly attractive in my view include biotech in niche markets, curative gene therapies, disruptive medical devices (including robotics and miniaturization) and diagnostics for early detection.Don Klotter, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
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Manley, who was present at the condominium in downtown Austin where Taylor fatally shot DeSilva, testified Tuesday that the 32-year-old officer was not internally sanctioned for the incident or referred to remedial training.Bianca Moreno-Paz, Austin American-Statesman, 26 Nov. 2024
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The centre of defence needed remedial work and this move promises to bring stability and a solid platform.Philip Buckingham, The Athletic, 6 July 2024
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“Restorative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/restorative. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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