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doctoring

Pronunciation: [ˈdɒktərɪŋ]

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Learn how to use doctoring in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “medicine”

(verb) to treat or take care of someone's health. A doctor does this by helping people when they are sick or hurt.

Example

The nurse is doctoring the patient to help them feel better.

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He didn't like going to the hospital because he thought they weren't doctoring him very well.

Example

Who will be doctoring the injured athlete during the game?

Context: “manipulation”

(verb) to change or alter something in a way that may not be honest. This can mean making something look different or better than it really is.

Example

She is doctoring the photos to make her artwork look more vibrant.

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He was caught doctoring the documents, which upset everyone in the office.

Example

Are you doctoring the report to make it look like everything is perfect?

Context: “medicine”

(noun) the act of treating or caring for patients' health. It involves helping people when they are not feeling well.

Example

Doctoring requires a lot of education and experience to ensure patients get the right care.

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Without proper doctoring, many people might not recover from their illnesses.

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What does doctoring involve to keep patients healthy?

How to pronounce doctoring

Pronunciation: [ˈdɒktərɪŋ]

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