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Rescue or reclaim? Exploring "salvage" vs. "recover"
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Lloyd Cooper 01/10/2024, 08:12
Lloyd Cooper 01/10/2024, 08:12English.me team member
What is similar?
Both words involve the act of retrieving or regaining possession of something.
What is different?
Salvage often implies saving something from further damage or loss, usually in a physical sense. Recover is broader and can refer to regaining something lost, including health or well-being.
Which one is more common?
Examples of usage
Salvage- They were able to salvage some items from the shipwreck.
- Efforts to salvage the old building are underway.
- She hopes to recover quickly from her surgery.
- The police managed to recover the stolen goods.
Difference
