recovery
The word "recovery" is generally used as a countable noun when referring to the process of getting better (e.g., "a speedy recovery"). When talking about economics or general systems returning to normal, it can be used both as a countable and uncountable noun depending on whether you are discussing a specific event or the general concept. In medical contexts, it often refers to both the physical healing process and the long-term rehabilitation required to return to daily life.
💬Casual Conversation
🎬Tuesday afternoon, Fatima is in the university library while Maya is at home.
Maya
Is Chloe still out of commission? Hope her recovery isn't dragging.
Fatima
She's barely moving. I'm basically carrying the whole project on my back.
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Maya uses 'out of commission' (slang for not functioning/sick) and refers to 'recovery' as the central topic regarding Chloe's health. Fatima uses the idiom 'carrying... on my back' to express that she is doing all the work alone, reflecting her stressed and disciplined personality.