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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
But make no mistake: This is the ultimate restorative travel experience for those who aim to do it right.
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Jasmine Browley, Travel + Leisure, 28 Dec. 2024
After that restorative win at Wimbledon, Badosa won her next tournament: the Washington Open.
—Charlie Eccleshare, The Athletic, 20 Jan. 2025
The hotel has unveiled their Heavenly Tent Sauna, an ideal restorative experience to kick off the new year.
—Roger Sands, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
Vergara Tobin sees this emerging trend as a reflection of our desires to make our homes not just functional, but also restorative spaces.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 17 Jan. 2025
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Jasmine Browley, Travel + Leisure, 28 Dec. 2024
After that restorative win at Wimbledon, Badosa won her next tournament: the Washington Open.
—Charlie Eccleshare, The Athletic, 20 Jan. 2025
The hotel has unveiled their Heavenly Tent Sauna, an ideal restorative experience to kick off the new year.
—Roger Sands, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
Vergara Tobin sees this emerging trend as a reflection of our desires to make our homes not just functional, but also restorative spaces.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 17 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for restorative
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Carson Soucy was healthy scratched for the first time this season, with Elias Pettersson, the defenceman, drawing into the lineup instead.—
Harman Dayal,
The Athletic,
3 Feb. 2025
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Those teams were incredibly healthy at the right time of year.—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
2 Feb. 2025
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While they’re made to be light and refreshing (hence the name), the drinks also reflect the slow pace of this cozy time of year.—
Bryce Jones,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Feb. 2025
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Spending this amount of time being in that head space, just as a guy in the world, is really refreshing.—
Adam B. Vary,
Variety,
29 Jan. 2025
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Found among cypress cones brought from Jordan for medicinal purposes, the half-inch-long insects were discovered during a routine inspection of a traveler, according to a Feb. 5 news release.—
Mike Stunson,
Kansas City Star,
5 Feb. 2025
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The results of the study hint that there could be other potential medicinal uses for the elderberry, said the university.—
Christine Rousselle,
Fox News,
11 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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With best wishes, Camilla/ Thank you for your very helpful book.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
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During the episode, Palmer asks SZA if Drake is a good kisser.—
Lissete Lanuza Sáenz,
StyleCaster,
11 Feb. 2025
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But for her community, comedy is cathartic and therapeutic.—
Dakin Andone,
CNN,
7 Feb. 2025
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Workers who take care of children at Connecticut’s therapeutic autism centers aren’t required to undergo background checks that include a review of child abuse records, which is one of several gaps in oversight of these centers cited in a new report from the state’s Office of the Child Advocate.—
Ginny Monk,
Hartford Courant,
5 Feb. 2025
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Beauty companies are increasingly focused on longevity, which is about health span — in other words, finding ways for people to experience more healthful and beautiful lives for a longer period.—
Jennifer Weil,
WWD,
12 Dec. 2024
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Research suggests that annatto has many healthful properties.—
Ann Pietrangelo,
Verywell Health,
24 Sep. 2024
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The discovery of life-saving antibiotics, the development of protective vaccines, curative cancer treatments – all were proven by clinical trials.—
Lisa M. Krieger,
The Mercury News,
29 Jan. 2025
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There are no curative treatments or vaccines for Guinea worm disease.—
Mark Kortepeter,
Forbes,
10 Jan. 2025
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The antitrust case’s remedial phase is set to begin in April.—
Jibin Joseph,
PCMAG,
4 Feb. 2025
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Existing federal law already provides for possible remedial actions to confront this problem.—
Alden Abbott,
Forbes,
21 Jan. 2025
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“Restorative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/restorative. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.
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