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rehabilitation

Cultural  

  1. In politics, the restoration to favor of a political leader whose views or actions were formerly considered unacceptable. (Compare nonperson.)

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"First, you need to create conditions that make a woman actually want to have a child. Not pressure her in every possible way," said Anastasia, a 29-year-old child rehabilitation specialist.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

Where the House of Refuge emphasized education and rehabilitation, the House of Reformation emphasized labor and control.

From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026

Stroke survivors with severe movement impairments, even after more than 6 months of rehabilitation, showed younger-than-expected brain age in regions opposite the site of injury.

From Science Daily • Mar. 29, 2026

The 18-month community order includes a 20-day rehabilitation activity requirement.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

In examining Pollard’s leg, Babcock discovered that the Massachusetts doctors hadn’t managed the setting and rehabilitation of Pollard’s leg properly.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand

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