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heal

Pronunciation: [hiːl]

Word

Context: “health”

(verb) to make someone or something better after being hurt or sick. When you help a cut or a bruise go away, you are healing it.

Example

The doctor helped to heal my broken arm quickly.

Example

Without proper care, the injury did not heal properly.

Example

How long will it take for my wound to heal?

Context: “emotional support”

(verb) to become better emotionally after something sad or hurtful happens. When you talk to a friend after a tough time, you might start to heal from your sadness.

Example

She took time to heal after her breakup and felt stronger later.

Example

Ignoring her feelings did not help her heal at all.

Example

What are some ways I can heal after feeling sad?

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