recovery
noun
re·cov·ery
ri-ˈkə-və-rē 
-ˈkəv-rē
plural recoveries
1
: the act, process, or an instance of recovering
especially
: an economic upturn (as after a depression)
2
: the process of combating a disorder (such as alcoholism) or a real or perceived problem
Examples of recovery in a Sentence
This policy may slow the pace of economic recovery.
We hope for the recovery of the stolen paintings.
Their mission was the recovery of the space capsule.
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On the same day that Vonn headed back to the United States to continue her lengthy recovery, Brignone skied on a leg that was once every bit as compromised as Vonn’s.
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And don’t forget to prioritize your recovery and nutrition.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Feb. 2026
On the same day that Vonn headed back to the United States to continue her lengthy recovery, Brignone skied on a leg that was once every bit as compromised as Vonn’s.
—Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 15 Feb. 2026
And don’t forget to prioritize your recovery and nutrition.
—Ciara Lucas, SELF, 15 Feb. 2026
On Sunday, Gomes provided updates on both of their recoveries.
—Jack Vita, Los Angeles Times, 15 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for recovery
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“Recovery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/recovery. Accessed 18 Feb. 2026.
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recovery
noun
re·cov·ery
ri-ˈkəv-(ə-)rē
plural recoveries
: the act or process or an instance of recovering
Medical Definition
recovery
noun
re·cov·ery
ri-ˈkəv-(ə-)rē
plural recoveries
: the act of regaining or returning toward a normal or healthy state
Legal Definition
recovery
noun
re·cov·ery
ri-ˈkə-və-rē
plural recoveries
1
: the act, process, or fact of recovering
2
a
: the obtaining, getting back, or vindication of a right or property by judgment or decree
especially
: the obtaining of damages
b
: an amount awarded by or collected as a result of a judgment or decree
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