recalculation
noun
re·cal·cu·la·tion
(ˌ)rē-ˌkal-kyə-ˈlā-shən 
plural recalculations
1
: the act or process of recalculating
By changing numbers in a spreadsheet and making instantaneous recalculations, users can evaluate many alternatives.—
Bob Albrecht
Bob Albrecht2
: the result of an act of recalculating
The recalculations showed for the fourth consecutive year that the jobless rate wasn't quite as improved as initially thought …—Richard Craver
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The state also recently conducted its five-year recalculation of the distribution of funds, based on U.S. Census Bureau data for population estimates, for the statewide rental subsidy program, which led to a decrease in the percentage of cash flowing to the Chicago trust fund, Geer said.
—Lizzie Kane, Chicago Tribune, 17 May 2025
School Board President Daryn Drum said the recalculation was based on an accounting error on paper and that the employees were not overpaid.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Mar. 2025
Those facing financial hardship may also explore options such as income documentation updates or temporary forbearance while awaiting income recalculations.
—Ross Rosenfeld, Newsweek, 26 Feb. 2025
Often, that frustration inspires a recalculation and change in strategy.
—Sam Amick, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
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Lizzie Kane, Chicago Tribune, 17 May 2025
School Board President Daryn Drum said the recalculation was based on an accounting error on paper and that the employees were not overpaid.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Mar. 2025
Those facing financial hardship may also explore options such as income documentation updates or temporary forbearance while awaiting income recalculations.
—Ross Rosenfeld, Newsweek, 26 Feb. 2025
Often, that frustration inspires a recalculation and change in strategy.
—Sam Amick, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
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“Recalculation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/recalculation. Accessed 2 Jun. 2025.
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