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Convalescence

usgb/ˌkɑːnvəˈlesns/Volume
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Used mainly in medical or health-related contexts to describe patient recovery time. SlideThe doctor said his convalescence would last about a month.
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Implies a gradual process of getting better, not something that happens quickly. SlideAfter the pneumonia, her convalescence took longer than expected.
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May convey a sense of patience or endurance during the healing process. SlideShe showed great positivity throughout her convalescence.