- present participle of heal.
healing
Example Sentences
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But for a few blessed weeks, the World Cup offers inspiration, escape and cultural healing.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2026
Yet, she pushed on, creating a business with her daughter that supports organizations focused on equity, healing and social change.
From MarketWatch • Jul. 1, 2026
It showed that even in a polarized America, fractured by the Vietnam War, reconciliation and healing is always possible, a message that is once again desperately needed today.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 27, 2026
"We call on everyone to join us in praying for the safety, healing and recovery of those affected by this incident," it said in a statement.
From BBC • Jun. 22, 2026
When mention of the NSBers no longer brought on a volley of self-righteous wrath, I knew the person’s healing was not far away.
From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom
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