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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
Community Atmosphere Focused on Health At THE WELL, residents will find some of Miami’s best restorative and holistic wellness care.
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Caitlin Montoya, Miami Herald, 7 May 2025
Earth tones: Sage, nutty browns, and watery blues are grounding, restorative, and promote relaxation and clarity.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 May 2025
After losing several elders and aunties who had adopted us after my mother’s death, my family experienced the importance of restorative travel first-hand.
—Leslie Hsu Oh, Vogue, 1 May 2025
The restorative nature of Brighton & Hove Albion’s late comeback win against West Ham highlighted the influence of Lewis Dunk and the folly of writing off the club’s long-serving captain.
—Andy Naylor, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
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Caitlin Montoya, Miami Herald, 7 May 2025
Earth tones: Sage, nutty browns, and watery blues are grounding, restorative, and promote relaxation and clarity.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 May 2025
After losing several elders and aunties who had adopted us after my mother’s death, my family experienced the importance of restorative travel first-hand.
—Leslie Hsu Oh, Vogue, 1 May 2025
The restorative nature of Brighton & Hove Albion’s late comeback win against West Ham highlighted the influence of Lewis Dunk and the folly of writing off the club’s long-serving captain.
—Andy Naylor, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for restorative
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Potential Risks Okra water is generally safe for most healthy adults.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
21 May 2025
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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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That glistening swimming hole might look—and feel—refreshing on a sweltering day.—
Angela Haupt,
Time,
23 May 2025
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In an era of horror mired in pathos and trauma metaphors, there’s a refreshing simplicity to movies that are just about finding new ways to turn people into goop.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
22 May 2025
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Sandalwood has been used for thousands of years for olfactory, medicinal and spiritual purposes, such as during prehistoric ceremonies and for ancient Egyptian embalming.—
Jennifer Weil,
Footwear News,
23 May 2025
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Inmates preferred what is called a fecal immunochemical test, which doesn’t have medicinal or dietary restrictions, according to the report.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
21 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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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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For example, a suit in Montana targeted the state for failing to provide its residents with a healthful environment.—
John Timmer,
ArsTechnica,
23 Apr. 2025
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Allergy-Free Snacks To Pack for School Here are 15 allergy-free snacks that are healthful and free from the most common food allergens: Fresh fruit: Fresh fruit, like apples, clementines, and pears, is a safe snack for your child to bring to school.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
11 Apr. 2025
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Early diagnosis is crucial for patients to begin treatment with existing therapies that, while not curative, have been shown to slow cognitive decline.—
Thomas Westerholm,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 May 2025
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The patient also has to accept no curative treatments (comfort care will be provided).1 Who Pays Hospice is usually covered by insurance, Medicaid, or Medicare.—
Patty Weasler,
Verywell Health,
13 May 2025
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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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Predictive analytics gives developers the capability to forecast defect risk early, which helps targets test and take remedial action.—
David Henkin,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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“Restorative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/restorative. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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