remedial
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Britannica Dictionary definition of REMEDIAL
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a
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done to correct or improve something
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done to make something better
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Officials have pledged remedial action/measures to repair damaged bridges.
b
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done to cure or treat someone
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involving students who need special help to improve in a particular subject
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Thirty percent of the new students need remedial classes/courses in math.
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remedial education
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He's taking a course in remedial reading.
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(US) a remedial student [=a student who is taking a remedial class]
