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recovery

Pronunciation: [/ɹɪˈkʌvəɹi/]

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recovery: meanings and example sentences

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

Context: “health”

(noun) the process of getting better after being sick or hurt. It's when your body heals and you start feeling well again.

Example

After a few days of rest and medicine, John's recovery from the flu was quick.

Example

Her slow recovery from the surgery meant she had to spend more time in the hospital.

Example

How long does recovery usually take after a minor injury?

Context: “economics”

(noun) the return of economic growth after a period of decline. It's when the economy starts to improve and people start spending more money.

Example

The country's recovery from the recession was slow but steady.

Example

The recovery of the stock market was short-lived as new challenges emerged.

Example

What factors contribute to a quick recovery from an economic downturn?

Context: “grasping or finding”

(noun) the action of getting back something that was lost or stolen. It's when you find something that was missing or take back what was taken from you.

Example

She was grateful for the recovery of her lost wallet with all her important documents inside.

Example

The search for the lost painting ended in disappointment as there was no recovery.

Example

Can you describe the recovery process for a stolen bike?

How to pronounce recovery

Pronunciation: [/ɹɪˈkʌvəɹi/]

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