mə-ˈdis-nəl
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as in healing
tending to cure disease or restore health
even in Roman times the hot mineral springs of Bath, England, were believed to possess medicinal properties
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as in healthy
beneficial to the health of body or mind
if gin and tonic is the medicinal potion that he claims, then he's done a lot of self-medication of late
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mə-ˈdis-nəl
as in drug
a substance or preparation used to treat disease
the discovery that the plant is a potent medicinal once it has been refined
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Recent Examples of medicinal
Sarah Linn, Sacbee.com, 16 May 2025
Its medicinal benefits stem from its active ingredient curcumin, which gives turmeric its vibrant yellow color and antioxidant potential.12
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—Lauren O'Connor, Health, 5 May 2025
The club also offers more structured foraging classes where participants learn how to identify and utilize seasonal edible and medicinal plants and mushrooms.
—Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 29 Apr. 2025
Indian hair oiling has become big business Hair oiling is an Indian tradition recorded in ancient Sanskrit medicinal texts like Charaka Samhita, and passed on through the centuries.
—Sawdah Bhaimiya, CNBC, 14 Apr. 2025
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Although medicinal and recreational marijuana use is legal in California, driving under the influence of marijuana is against the law.
—Sarah Linn, Sacbee.com, 16 May 2025
Its medicinal benefits stem from its active ingredient curcumin, which gives turmeric its vibrant yellow color and antioxidant potential.12
1.
—Lauren O'Connor, Health, 5 May 2025
The club also offers more structured foraging classes where participants learn how to identify and utilize seasonal edible and medicinal plants and mushrooms.
—Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 29 Apr. 2025
Indian hair oiling has become big business Hair oiling is an Indian tradition recorded in ancient Sanskrit medicinal texts like Charaka Samhita, and passed on through the centuries.
—Sawdah Bhaimiya, CNBC, 14 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for medicinal
Adjective
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This will enable you to see if the organization is financially healthy.—
Maayan Aviv,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2025
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Gummed up Emulsifiers can be found in foods marketed as natural or healthy as well as ones that look artificial.—
David Hilzenrath,
Miami Herald,
21 May 2025
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She was later released on the conditions of her bail, including no consumption of alcohol, marijuana or non-prescribed drugs, and had to submit random tests for each.—
Esther Kang,
People.com,
21 May 2025
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Once again, these drugs are clearly marketed to CHILDREN.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
21 May 2025
Adjective
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The legislation would require board members to participate annually in 20 hours of training on topics including domestic violence, restorative justice, racial bias, mental health and trauma.—
Jeremy Gorner,
Chicago Tribune,
21 May 2025
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Unlike sitting, sleep promotes healthful, restorative processes that help regulate blood pressure, reduce inflammation, and support heart function, says Diaz.—
Tom Gavin,
EverydayHealth.com,
19 May 2025
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The win was the fifth in a row for Detroit and 20th in its last 28 games, and raised its division-leading record to 35-21, good for a .655 winning percentage.—
Jon Vankin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 June 2025
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Newcomer Davante Adams, 32, and Puka Nacua, 25, will complement one another, giving the Rams their best veteran tandem at receiver since Cooper Kupp and Odell Beckham Jr. fueled the Super Bowl-winning offense.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 May 2025
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The 2025 survey polled more than 1,300 physician offices looking at average wait time among six specialties: obstetrics/gynecology, cardiology, orthopedic surgery, dermatology, gastroenterology, and family medicine.—
Bruce Japsen,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
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Israel also blocked all food, medicine and fuel from entering Gaza for 2½ months before letting a trickle of aid enter last week, after experts' warnings of famine and pressure from some of Israel's top allies.—
WAFAA SHURAFA,
Arkansas Online,
26 May 2025
Adjective
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Investigators had recommended nearly 30 remedial measures and improvements for Minneapolis to implement to combat racial disparities and excessive use of force by the department, such as enhanced training and accountability measures, and improved data collection of police activity.—
Jacob Rosen,
CBS News,
21 May 2025
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Also among remedial actions are prioritizing artistic spend and building greater governance and transparency with local public stakeholders.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
20 May 2025
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As pollen peaks for the season, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning that some popular allergy medications could cause a rare but severe itching side effect.—
Melina Khan,
USA Today,
22 May 2025
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In some instances, someone’s Lp(a) level might help guide medication decisions.—
Stacey Colino,
Time,
22 May 2025
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In late April, Gov. Gavin Newsom specified that concerts in California will not be permitted to resume until a vaccine or other therapeutic treatments for COVID-19 are developed.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 May 2025
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Bilingual and results-driven, the RESET Method blends neuroscience, therapeutic hypnosis, and personal development into a practical path to inner freedom.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
28 May 2025
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“Medicinal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/medicinal. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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