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be on the mend



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Lionel Richie appears to be on the mend from the unspecified health issue that prompted him to cancel a pair of concerts in June.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 6, 2026

But the business appears to be on the mend.

From Barron's Jun. 2, 2026

Now, relations appear to be on the mend.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 15, 2025

So far, the monkeys appear to be on the mend.

From Seattle Times May 21, 2024

"I hope we won't be disappointed," remarked Yellin' Kid and his vocal powers seemed to be on the mend, for he called loudly.

From The Boy Ranchers in Camp or The Water Fight at Diamond X by Thelma Gooch




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