Mend (verb)

  1. Repair or restore (something damaged or broken).
  2. Put right (a wrong or mistake).
  3. Improve (an unpleasant or unsatisfactory situation or relationship).

Origin:

Old english mĒ£nan "make good, repair", of germanic origin; related to dutch maken "make", also to make.

Examples:

  1. He mended the broken vase.
  2. She mended her relationship with her sister.
  3. I need to mend my clothes before I wear them.
  4. The company is trying to mend its reputation.
  5. Mending fences with a friend is important for a healthy relationship.
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