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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
Anchored by a rooftop pool—Palm Springs’ only one—plus sweeping desert views and private cabanas, it’s built for long, restorative afternoons.
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Keyla Vasconcellos, Forbes.com, 27 Mar. 2025
Listen to learn more about squirrel-sicles, the challenges of long-distance space travel, and the ultimate in restorative rest.
—Popular Science Team, Popular Science, 26 Mar. 2025
Rich in naturally occurring minerals like lithium, potassium, and manganese, these restorative waters flow into The Springs Resort, which is situated along the river near the spring’s source.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 5 Mar. 2025
And that’s a restorative tonic everyone can confidently pull back the curtain on.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 21 Mar. 2025
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Keyla Vasconcellos, Forbes.com, 27 Mar. 2025
Listen to learn more about squirrel-sicles, the challenges of long-distance space travel, and the ultimate in restorative rest.
—Popular Science Team, Popular Science, 26 Mar. 2025
Rich in naturally occurring minerals like lithium, potassium, and manganese, these restorative waters flow into The Springs Resort, which is situated along the river near the spring’s source.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 5 Mar. 2025
And that’s a restorative tonic everyone can confidently pull back the curtain on.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 21 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for restorative
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LaMelo Ball, on a max contract through the 2028-29 season, is undoubtedly one of the game’s most creative players but also hasn’t been able to stay healthy.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Apr. 2025
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Viktor Arvidsson’s spike has been more pronounced since mid-March, and reflects a player who finally appears healthy.—
Allan Mitchell,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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Tossing cucumber slices with other vegetables for a refreshing summer salad?—
Caroline Tien,
SELF,
16 Apr. 2025
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The entire experience felt like a refreshing escape from the modern designs and aesthetics most grocery chains have adopted.—
Katelyn Squiers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Apr. 2025
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Like in Japan, public bathing has long been revered in South Korea, with evidence of saunas used for medicinal purposes dating back to the 15th century.—
Anna Haines,
Vogue,
9 Apr. 2025
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Rose water, made by distilling rose petals, is used for its fragrance, skin benefits, medicinal purposes, and potential calming effects.—
Merve Ceylan,
Health,
7 Apr. 2025
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Shorts are the only categories whose winners are ineligible for best picture, acting, screenplay or any other major Oscar, due to their length.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
11 Apr. 2025
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After a week full of monstrous swings, the S&P 500 posted its best weekly performance since November 23, while the Nasdaq saw its best week since November 2022, according to the financial data firm FactSet.—
Anne Marie Drummond Lee,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2025
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According to tradition, soaking in a hot bath infused with these therapeutic salts allows the magnesium and sulfur to penetrate the skin, soothing muscles, detoxing the body, and easing stress.—
Alice Nardiotti,
Vogue,
10 Apr. 2025
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These spaces should feel supportive and therapeutic, like a warm residential setting—not isolating or restricting.—
Sharron van der Meulen,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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Cookbook author and recipe developer Stella Drivas is known for her indulgent but healthful recipes, most notably two-ingredient vegetable chips.—
Jenn Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Apr. 2025
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Enjoy healthful eating all over the state, from the buzziest restaurants to the most modest of diners.—
Visit California,
AFAR Media,
14 Mar. 2025
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This includes advocating for policies that eliminate the requirement to forgo curative treatments, improve reimbursement rates and address provider shortages.—
James Dismond,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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There has been some scientific research into whether these curative feelings can be backed up by actual findings.—
Vicky Hallett,
NPR,
1 Apr. 2025
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Meanwhile, Ben Moore faces an active bench warrant after being inadvertently released from jail prematurely last year while serving time for a remedial contempt charge in his divorce case.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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Aside from a remedial story that wouldn’t impress anyone over the age of 15, a big issue that permeated God of War, as well as several of its sequels and prequels, was its treatment of women.—
Diego Argüello,
Rolling Stone,
22 Mar. 2025
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“Restorative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/restorative. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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