Example Sentences

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Those were healing gestures at a time of deep disquiet.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 14, 2024

After every ride, Margery looked at Remi with significance, as though she were healing her.

From Slate • Jan. 27, 2024

His lesions were healing, the pain had subsided and he was on the mend.

From New York Times • Aug. 6, 2022

An organization offered therapy dogs for teachers who were healing, and Schamis received a golden retriever named Luigi.

From Washington Post • Jun. 20, 2022

He was going to live; his wounds were healing, thank God.

From "Abel's Island" by William Steig