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
Synonyms
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.
Recent Examples on the Web
The next steps in the 31-year-old’s rehab will be determined by his recovery over the next few days.
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James O'Connell, New York Daily News, 10 July 2024
Traditionally, athletes and trainers rely on cupping, needling and electrical muscle stimulation for pain management and recovery.
—Sam Cohn, Baltimore Sun, 10 July 2024
While not an official return to work, the statement was taken as a positive sign in the royal's recovery.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 10 July 2024
Jimmy Kimmel’s son Billy is continuing on the road to recovery.
—EW.com, 9 July 2024
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James O'Connell, New York Daily News, 10 July 2024
Traditionally, athletes and trainers rely on cupping, needling and electrical muscle stimulation for pain management and recovery.
—Sam Cohn, Baltimore Sun, 10 July 2024
While not an official return to work, the statement was taken as a positive sign in the royal's recovery.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 10 July 2024
Jimmy Kimmel’s son Billy is continuing on the road to recovery.
—EW.com, 9 July 2024
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 15 Jul. 2024.
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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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