On the road to recovery Meaning in English
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Definition
Describes someone or something that is starting to improve or heal after a difficult situation, especially after an illness or setback.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used for health but also for recovery from financial, emotional, or other setbacks. Slightly formal or neutral in register. Often used with 'be': 'He is on the road to recovery.' Similar to 'on the mend' but slightly broader.
Example Sentences
After surgery, she is on the road to recovery.
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The company is finally on the road to recovery after last year's losses.
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He's on the road to recovery from his illness.
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It will take time, but you’re definitely on the road to recovery now.
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Everyone kept telling her she was on the road to recovery, and that gave her hope.
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Their marriage hit a rough patch, but now they're on the road to recovery.
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