be on the mend

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However, ties between Brazil and the United States appear to be on the mend after months of animosity between Washington and Brasilia.

From Barron's • Feb. 22, 2026

Now, relations appear to be on the mend.

From The Wall Street Journal • Sep. 15, 2025

A relationship that once seemed to be on the mend may never be fully repaired.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 30, 2024

"He seems to be on the mend now, which is great news," added Mr Irish.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2022

Happily there are signs that, in Indian agriculture at least, the transition period is working itself out and that conditions may soon be on the mend.

From The New World of Islam by Stoddard, Lothrop