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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
The latter was particularly restorative, as was the Negroni No. 2 at Le Bar, in the cloister, which adds beets and strawberries to the classic recipe.
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Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2025
High cortisol levels and persistent anxiety prevent deep, restorative sleep, leaving you feeling exhausted even after a full night in bed.
—Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN Money, 16 Apr. 2025
Photo by Blane Bachelor Mercurial weather, fantastic views After that first rough day, the rest of my time aboard Polaris was relaxing and restorative.
—Blane Bachelor, AFAR Media, 9 Apr. 2025
Short breaks with restorative activities like a walk or deep breathing can recharge your mind and prevent stress buildups.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 10 Apr. 2025
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Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2025
High cortisol levels and persistent anxiety prevent deep, restorative sleep, leaving you feeling exhausted even after a full night in bed.
—Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN Money, 16 Apr. 2025
Photo by Blane Bachelor Mercurial weather, fantastic views After that first rough day, the rest of my time aboard Polaris was relaxing and restorative.
—Blane Bachelor, AFAR Media, 9 Apr. 2025
Short breaks with restorative activities like a walk or deep breathing can recharge your mind and prevent stress buildups.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 10 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for restorative
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As a reliever who started the season healthy, Minter might not need that much time to build up.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
27 Apr. 2025
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The Seeding Square is a sturdy plastic template that helps properly space seeds and seedlings for healthy plants and bountiful harvests.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Apr. 2025
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The entire experience felt like a refreshing escape from the modern designs and aesthetics most grocery chains have adopted.—
Katelyn Squiers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Apr. 2025
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Tossing cucumber slices with other vegetables for a refreshing summer salad?—
Caroline Tien,
SELF,
16 Apr. 2025
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Like in Japan, public bathing has long been revered in South Korea, with evidence of saunas used for medicinal purposes dating back to the 15th century.—
Anna Haines,
Vogue,
9 Apr. 2025
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Rose water, made by distilling rose petals, is used for its fragrance, skin benefits, medicinal purposes, and potential calming effects.—
Merve Ceylan,
Health,
7 Apr. 2025
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The forthcoming rain was good news for crews battling a wildfire in central New Jersey that erupted on April 22 and has consumed 12,250 acres.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
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Okay, top-10 best movie entrance of all time for Blake Lively.—
Emma Specter,
Vogue,
26 Apr. 2025
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Occupational Therapists help patients regain independence after injuries or disabilities through therapeutic interventions.—
Jack Kelly,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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The event helps GiGi’s Playhouse continue its mission of providing free educational, therapeutic and career programs for community members with Down syndrome of all ages.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Apr. 2025
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People’s lives today lack diets of healthful whole foods, clean water, regular exercise, and adequate sunlight.—
Kevin Reutenauer,
Hartford Courant,
23 Apr. 2025
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Some foods naturally contain healthful fats and can be added to your diet.—
Lana Barhum,
Verywell Health,
21 Jan. 2025
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This includes advocating for policies that eliminate the requirement to forgo curative treatments, improve reimbursement rates and address provider shortages.—
James Dismond,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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There has been some scientific research into whether these curative feelings can be backed up by actual findings.—
Vicky Hallett,
NPR,
1 Apr. 2025
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The First Problem: Arrogant Executives Many executives mistakenly see coaching as remedial, something for struggling performers.—
Dr. Corrie Block, PhD,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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The investigations have forgone standard protocol, with a lack of transparency or remedial period.—
Lexi Lonas Cochran,
The Hill,
8 Apr. 2025
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“Restorative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/restorative. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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