heals

word · lemma: heal

Definition

'Heals' means to make someone or something healthy again after injury or illness, or for a wound or problem to get better over time.

Usage & Nuances

'Heals' is often used for physical recovery (like wounds), but also for emotional healing (like from sadness). Formal or informal situations. Common collocations: 'time heals', 'body heals itself', 'heals quickly/slowly'. Be careful not to confuse with 'cures' (which means eliminating disease).

Example Sentences

The doctor says my arm heals well.

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She hopes her cut heals quickly.

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Time heals many problems.

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It hurts now, but your heart heals over time.

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This cream heals dry skin fast.

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He always heals from disappointment eventually.

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