as in recovery
the process or period of gradually regaining one's health and strength
his rehabilitation from the flu was brief, and he was up and working again within a few days
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Bunker Hill's management team, comprised of former Barrick Gold Corp executives, continues to focus on advancing the rehabilitation and development of the mine.
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Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 28 Mar. 2025
Equally, those who suffer from addiction must face accountability in a way that prioritizes both their rehabilitation and — most importantly — the safety of their families.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 28 Mar. 2025
The animals can be easily observed in their natural environment in three areas, and also at a marine-mammal rehabilitation center near Sausalito, where Hollywood sound specialists have come to record the otherworldly vocalizations of these animals.
—Ethan Baron, Mercury News, 28 Mar. 2025
In February, Summerville posted on Instagram chronicling his rehabilitation, personal life and happier moments in a West Ham jersey.
—Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 26 Mar. 2025
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Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 28 Mar. 2025
Equally, those who suffer from addiction must face accountability in a way that prioritizes both their rehabilitation and — most importantly — the safety of their families.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 28 Mar. 2025
The animals can be easily observed in their natural environment in three areas, and also at a marine-mammal rehabilitation center near Sausalito, where Hollywood sound specialists have come to record the otherworldly vocalizations of these animals.
—Ethan Baron, Mercury News, 28 Mar. 2025
In February, Summerville posted on Instagram chronicling his rehabilitation, personal life and happier moments in a West Ham jersey.
—Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 26 Mar. 2025
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“Rehabilitation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rehabilitation. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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