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Present participle for to fix or repair something
“He would ingratiate himself with the locals, offering to repair their broken musical instruments.”
(of a cloth or fabric) Present participle for to stitch or sew up
“The skilled seamstress would repair my torn favorite dress in no time.”
Present participle for to put right (an unwelcome situation)
“The goodwill of our people sustains us as we rebuild our city and repair our spirits.”
Present participle for to make amends for (damage done)
“He bought his wife a Chanel handbag, attempting to repair any damage their heated argument may have caused to their marriage.”
Present participle for to return to a former condition of health or vigor
“It may take some time to repair your energy levels after a nasty bout with the flu.”
Present participle for to transfer oneself to another place, especially in the company of others
“I heard the visitors repair to their chambers.”
Recuperative or having the essence of healing
In the process of being improved
The act by which something is repaired or renewed
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