as in to reconsider
to consider again especially with the possibility of change or reversal
learning that he had been adopted forced him to completely redefine his identity
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Recent Examples of redefine
Bar One is redefining what a midday escape can look like in Uptown.
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Bar One Lounge , Charlotte Observer, 2 Apr. 2025
The attorneys general’s online efforts come as national Democrats also seek to redefine their digital strategy, taking lessons from progressive creators online and experimenting with their new content — sometimes successfully, sometimes not.
—Ella Lee, The Hill, 2 Apr. 2025
With the global pharmaceutical industry searching for innovative therapies, cannabinoids are emerging as a disruptive force poised to redefine patient care.
—Calvin Rasode, Rolling Stone, 2 Apr. 2025
The advent of generative AI and large language models is redefining what is possible in this field.
—Rob Toews, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
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Bar One Lounge , Charlotte Observer, 2 Apr. 2025
The attorneys general’s online efforts come as national Democrats also seek to redefine their digital strategy, taking lessons from progressive creators online and experimenting with their new content — sometimes successfully, sometimes not.
—Ella Lee, The Hill, 2 Apr. 2025
With the global pharmaceutical industry searching for innovative therapies, cannabinoids are emerging as a disruptive force poised to redefine patient care.
—Calvin Rasode, Rolling Stone, 2 Apr. 2025
The advent of generative AI and large language models is redefining what is possible in this field.
—Rob Toews, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
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Live updates Stocks crater as nations vow to retaliate against Trump's tariffs China urged Washington to reconsider.—
Kim Hjelmgaard,
USA Today,
3 Apr. 2025
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Legal officials associated with one national group are urging people from the United States to reconsider traveling internationally because of growing ambiguity in immigration laws.—
Jason D. Greenblatt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Apr. 2025
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The Academy should also revisit its nominee limits.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
11 Apr. 2025
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Compensation should be revisited during annual performance reviews, after delivering strong results or when your role evolves.—
Cheryl Robinson,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Will the policy be reviewed? April 3, 2025 4:00 AM See all stories 208-703-8818 Alex Brizee covers Criminal Justice for the Idaho Statesman.—
Alex Brizee,
Idaho Statesman,
3 Apr. 2025
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According to a spokesperson for the mayor, city ordinances are not made public before their introduction, but Chicagoans will be able to review the ordinance in its entirety and engage in public comment and debate once it is brought to the council floor, likely on April 16.—
Adriana Pérez,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Apr. 2025
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“Redefine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/redefine. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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