as in condition
a state of being or fitness
the dining table is in good repair, so you won't need to refinish it
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as in to restore
to bring back to a former condition or vigor
it will take some time to repair your energy after a bout with the flu
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as in to fix
to put into good shape or working order again
having trouble finding someone who repairs audio components
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Recent Examples of repair
Liliana Fannin, jsonline.com, 9 July 2025
Numerous low-water crossings and bridges remain in need of repair before emergency teams can fully access all affected locations.
—Anders Hagstrom, FOXNews.com, 9 July 2025
Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 July 2025
Zelensky seemed to have repaired his relationship with Trump after a face-to-face meeting at the Vatican in April.
—Brian Bennett, Time, 8 July 2025
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Noun
The project is set to include a bridge deck overlay, concrete surface repairs, approach paving and guardrail replacement, according to the release.
—Liliana Fannin, jsonline.com, 9 July 2025
Numerous low-water crossings and bridges remain in need of repair before emergency teams can fully access all affected locations.
—Anders Hagstrom, FOXNews.com, 9 July 2025
Verb
Eckert said the low flow channel and sediment basin are functioning as intended and conveying water properly, the bike path which was built later just happens to come through there and needs to be repaired for safety purposes.
—Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 July 2025
Zelensky seemed to have repaired his relationship with Trump after a face-to-face meeting at the Vatican in April.
—Brian Bennett, Time, 8 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for repair
Noun
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Talking with detainees about living conditions is the most important part of a tour, Eskamani said.—
Kairi Lowery,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 July 2025
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Breidenbach told the Statesman that conditions are forecasted to remain relatively hot and dry for the rest of the summer.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
12 July 2025
Verb
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Industry trade groups are lobbying Congress to reverse the Trump administration's proposal and restore the Office of Space Commerce's (OSC's) budget to this year's level of $65 million.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
10 July 2025
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Putin dreams of not only restoring the Russian empire but also becoming the master power of Europe.—
Steve Forbes,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
Verb
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Remember your primary responsibility: Focus on your own work quality and professional growth, not fixing other people's behavioral problems.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Even after stepping very far away from that role, Musk remains focused on a wide range of activities outside of Tesla, including starting a third political party and trying to fix problems at X, his social media platform.—
Chris Isidore,
CNN Money,
14 July 2025
Noun
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There are plenty of reasons to pick up gardening as a hobby, from connecting with nature and soaking up vitamin D to reducing stress and improving cardiovascular health (weeding is no joke).—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 July 2025
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At about $20 less than it’s usually priced, now’s a great time to invest in your cats’ health (for less).—
Simon Hill,
Wired News,
10 July 2025
Verb
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The move is part of CEO Brian Niccol's efforts to win back customers and revive Starbucks' brand.—
Alain Sherter,
CBS News,
14 July 2025
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The company is also working on reviving the woolly mammoth, dodo, and Tasmanian tiger.—
Moná Thomas,
People.com,
12 July 2025
Verb
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And for professionals facing career transitions, volunteering is a way to rediscover one’s mission, re-skill and rebuild.—
Leslye Moore,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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The hitmaker went on to encourage followers to join her in contributing money to support the state’s recovery and rebuilding efforts.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
11 July 2025
Noun
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Lin's way of breaking down languages by the shape of their words rather than their sounds or alphabets meant his machine theoretically can type English, Russian and Japanese as well, according to the typewriter's manual.—
Emily Feng,
NPR,
5 July 2025
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The memory foam also helps relieve pressure on your joints by conforming to the shape of your body.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
5 July 2025
Verb
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Noble, who was appointed commander of the MSP last September, said that he’s refreshed the agency’s command staff, including a new deputy superintendent and division commanders.—
Flint McColgan,
Boston Herald,
2 July 2025
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Keep scrolling for more patio furniture and decor deals to refresh outdoor spaces.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
People.com,
2 July 2025
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“Repair.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/repair. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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