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remedies

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɹɛmədiz// UK //ɹˈɛmədˌiz// reme·dies

n. things that make you feel better when you are sick or solve a difficult problem. You can use this for medicine or for ways to fix a bad situation.

n. treatments or medicines used to cure a disease or alleviate pain; also, methods for correcting or counteracting a problem. Often used in legal contexts to refer to the means by which a right is enforced or a wrong is redressed.


SIMPLE

Natural remedies like honey and lemon can help a sore throat.

CONTEXTUAL

The government is considering several economic remedies to lower the high cost of living for families.

COMPLEX

While herbal remedies have gained popularity in recent years, medical professionals caution that they should supplement rather than replace evidence-based treatments for serious chronic conditions.

Synonyms
Usage

Commonly used with the verbs 'seek', 'provide', or 'apply'.

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