CEFR B1

recover

verb

Meaning

To return to a normal state of health, mind, or strength after an illness, injury, or other difficulty.

Examples

It took him several weeks to recover from the surgery.
The economy is slowly recovering after the recession.

Synonyms: heal, regain, bounce back, recuperate

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recover (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /rɪˈkʌvər/

Definition

To return to a normal state of health, mind, or strength after an illness, injury, or other difficulty.

Examples

It took him several weeks to recover from the surgery.
The economy is slowly recovering after the recession.
She needs time to recover from the shock of losing her job.

How to Use recover

recover from (prepositional phrase): To return to a normal state after an illness, injury, or difficulty. — "He is recovering from a bad flu."
recover lost (collocation): To get back something that was lost. — "The team aims to recover lost ground in the second half of the season."
recover damages (collocation): To obtain money as compensation for harm or loss. — "The plaintiff sought to recover damages for medical expenses and pain and suffering."

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