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as in to regain
to get again in one's possession
after fishing around in the garbage for 10 minutes, I was able to recover my lost keys
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as in to rebound
to regain a former or normal state
after a disastrous first half, the team was able to recover and pull off a victory
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as in to heal
to become healthy and strong again after illness or weakness
I see you're recovering well from the accident
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Recent Examples of recover
Avalanche The Alaska Mountain Rescue Group was able to recover the boy’s body, and it was then transported to the State Medical Examiner’s Office to be identified.
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Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 25 Mar. 2025
The market eventually recovered, although not until May 30, 2007, when the S & P 500 closed at 1,530.23.
—Sean Conlon, CNBC, 25 Mar. 2025
The property where the body was recovered Monday was previously searched by boat, land, and air in the first week of Jordan’s disappearance, the Sheriff’s Department said in a news release.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 25 Mar. 2025
Coulibaly fractured his right wrist during a game against Chicago, underwent surgery and recovered in time to play for France’s national team during the 2024 Paris Olympics.
—Josh Robbins, The Athletic, 14 Mar. 2025
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Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 25 Mar. 2025
The market eventually recovered, although not until May 30, 2007, when the S & P 500 closed at 1,530.23.
—Sean Conlon, CNBC, 25 Mar. 2025
The property where the body was recovered Monday was previously searched by boat, land, and air in the first week of Jordan’s disappearance, the Sheriff’s Department said in a news release.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 25 Mar. 2025
Coulibaly fractured his right wrist during a game against Chicago, underwent surgery and recovered in time to play for France’s national team during the 2024 Paris Olympics.
—Josh Robbins, The Athletic, 14 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for recover
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Make sure the tires reconnect with the road - During the skid, wait until the tires reconnect with the road and then gently straighten the wheels to regain control.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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David went to spring training to regain the closer’s role.—
Stephen J. Nesbitt,
New York Times,
27 Mar. 2025
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Re-Emerging Enthusiasm for Private Markets Despite liquidity concerns, LP enthusiasm for private markets is rebounding.—
Alex Lazarow,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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In his 43 healthy games, the Murray State product has been averaging 22.3 points on 44.9 percent shooting from the field and 83.4 percent shooting from the free-throw line, 7.4 assists, and 4.1 rebounds a night.—
Ron Estes,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Mar. 2025
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At his former school, officials said extra counselors would be available to offer one-on-one counseling, spiritual guidance, prayer space, grief workshops and other healing exercises.—
Harry Harris,
The Mercury News,
20 Mar. 2025
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The bariatric surgery diet gradually introduces new foods and textures as the digestive system heals, supporting weight loss and reducing the risk of postoperative complications.—
Amy Brownstein, MS, RDN,
Verywell Health,
19 Mar. 2025
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If the parrotfish can reshape the very sand beneath our feet, safeguarding coral reefs, recycling nutrients, and defending the island’s coastline—JOIA proves that hospitality, too, can rapidly restore the world around it.—
Ashlee Marie Preston,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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With this rare disorder, the body cannot recycle biotin due to a deficiency of the enzyme biotinidase.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
27 Mar. 2025
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When the modest vehicles reach their target, the emergency teams onboard work quickly to retrieve Captain Sam Walker (Kate Mara) from the vessel.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
The Hollywood Reporter,
21 Mar. 2025
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Plus what the Supreme Court chief justice's rebuke of Trump this week tells us about a showdown in the courts, and as sextortion grows in the US, so does the prevalence of individuals or companies that charge to retrieve explicit photos and then may fail to do so.—
Taylor Wilson,
USA TODAY,
20 Mar. 2025
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The movement, which takes its name from a defiant ice hockey gesture made famous by Canadian NHL legend Gordie Howe, has seen its slogan become a rallying cry nationwide against the U.S. President’s trade war and threats of annexation.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Mar. 2025
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Nevarez and Mountain West leaders rallied to hold it together.—
Chris Vannini,
New York Times,
27 Mar. 2025
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By integrating state-of-the-art wildlife crossings with federal, state, and private funding, NDOT tackles pressing environmental challenges while improving roadway safety.—
Noël Fletcher,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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The Dodgers will visit President Trump and the White House to celebrate World Series title. Mega Millions lottery to improve the odds of winning and boost jackpot size.—
Ryan Fonseca,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Mar. 2025
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Notre Dame hopes to recapture that magic and go on a run to its first Final Four since 2019.—
Ben Pickman,
The Athletic,
17 Mar. 2025
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The Hawkeyes will face No. 11 Murray State (25-7), aiming to recapture some of last year’s magic.—
Roberta F. Rodrigues,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
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“Recover.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recover. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
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