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recovering

Pronunciation: [rɪˈkʌvərɪŋ]

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

Context: “health”

(verb) to get better after being sick or hurt. If someone is recovering, it means they are improving and starting to feel well again.

Example

After a week of rest, she is recovering nicely from her cold.

Example

He was not recovering as quickly as the doctors had hoped.

Example

How long do you think it will take for her to be fully recovering?

Context: “finance”

(verb) to regain something that was lost, like money or resources. This often means improving one's financial situation.

Example

The company is recovering from its losses and starting to make a profit again.

Example

They struggled for years and were not recovering any of the money they lost.

Example

Is the economy recovering after the recent downturn?

Context: “emotional well-being”

(verb) to heal or feel better after a difficult or emotional experience. This means moving on from something sad or upsetting.

Example

After some time and support, he is recovering from the loss of his pet.

Example

She is not recovering from her breakup and still feels very sad.

Example

Is he recovering well from the changes in his life?

How to pronounce recovering

Pronunciation: [rɪˈkʌvərɪŋ]

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