as in antidote
something that corrects or counteracts something undesirable
talking over my problem with you has been good therapy
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Recent Examples of therapy
When asked whether Novo needs to further diversify away from obesity like competitors, Doustdar said that the company doesn't see obesity or diabetes as a single, monolithic disease and sees more opportunity in developing multiple, specialized therapies within the category.
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Annika Kim Constantino,elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 11 Feb. 2026
In addition to medication and therapy, one of the current standard treatments for panic disorder involves exposure therapy — recreating the feelings of a panic attack in a safe environment so a person can learn to tolerate them.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 11 Feb. 2026
Bear’s also provides outreach through Linked4Life, in partnership with All Souls Counseling, to provide free therapy sessions for Asheville food and beverage workers.
—Usa Today Network, USA Today, 11 Feb. 2026
After a sabbatical, self-reflection and commitment to therapy, Kim looks ready to pursue a historic third straight Olympic gold — something that no snowboarder has ever done in the same event.
—Aaron Tolentino, New York Times, 11 Feb. 2026
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Annika Kim Constantino,elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 11 Feb. 2026
In addition to medication and therapy, one of the current standard treatments for panic disorder involves exposure therapy — recreating the feelings of a panic attack in a safe environment so a person can learn to tolerate them.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 11 Feb. 2026
Bear’s also provides outreach through Linked4Life, in partnership with All Souls Counseling, to provide free therapy sessions for Asheville food and beverage workers.
—Usa Today Network, USA Today, 11 Feb. 2026
After a sabbatical, self-reflection and commitment to therapy, Kim looks ready to pursue a historic third straight Olympic gold — something that no snowboarder has ever done in the same event.
—Aaron Tolentino, New York Times, 11 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for therapy
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Let it be known that an antidote to that sensation exists, and its name is Giraffe Manor.—
Flora Stubbs,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Feb. 2026
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The antidotes to young men’s unhappiness are natural opportunities for in-person connection.—
Anthony V. Mack,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 Feb. 2026
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In fact, the doctor shortage has led to unwise remedies such as overreliance on PAs.—
Betsy McCaughey,
Boston Herald,
8 Feb. 2026
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Snow and ice removal experts recommend having certain remedies and products on hand for when salt runs out and supplies can't be replenished before a storm.—
Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
8 Feb. 2026
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But women could very well be the solution to the entire problem as their numbers are growing in the competitive space.—
Dana ONeil,
CNN Money,
10 Feb. 2026
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Mammals and reptiles were commonly treated with formalin before being stored in alcohol, while invertebrates were often preserved directly in formaldehyde or mixed solutions containing additives such as glycerol or propylene glycol.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Feb. 2026
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With the advent of better cancer-screening tools, survival rates are improving, and wonder-drug therapeutics for many conditions are now on the market.—
Vann R. Newkirk II,
The Atlantic,
9 Feb. 2026
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The glass vessel, recently rediscovered in a storage room at the Bergama Museum, was originally excavated from a tomb in this legendary city known for its therapeutics.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
31 Jan. 2026
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“Therapy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/therapy. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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