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restore
verb
Get or give new life or energy; return to life, regain energy, recuperate
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ɹɪˈstɔɹ
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verb
Get or give new life or energy; return to life, regain energy, recuperate
“The week at the spa restored me”
verb
Restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken
“She repaired her TV set”
verb
Give or bring back
“Restore the stolen painting to its rightful owner”
verb
Bring back into original existence, use, function, or position
“Restore law and order”
verb
Return to its original or usable and functioning condition
“Restore the forest to its original pristine condition”
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The week at the spa restored me
She repaired her TV set
Repair my shoes please
Restore the stolen painting to its rightful owner
Restore law and order
Reestablish peace in the region
Restore the emperor to the throne
Restore the forest to its original pristine condition
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