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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In the months that followed, Shiffrin focused on her recovery and worked to re-strengthen her mind and body.
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Eating them may protect heart health, support exercise performance and recovery, and promote brain function.
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CNN Money, 28 Oct. 2025
In the months that followed, Shiffrin focused on her recovery and worked to re-strengthen her mind and body.
—Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 27 Oct. 2025
Eating them may protect heart health, support exercise performance and recovery, and promote brain function.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 27 Oct. 2025
Both are small enough to fit into your daily commuter or overnight bag — ideal for some post-work recovery or mid-flight self-care.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 27 Oct. 2025
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 29 Oct. 2025.
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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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