reshuffle

verb

re·​shuf·​fle (ˌ)rē-ˈshə-fəl 

reshuffled; reshuffling; reshuffles

transitive verb

1

: to shuffle again

reshuffle a deck of cards

2

: to reorganize usually by the redistribution of existing elements

the cabinet was reshuffled by the prime minister

reshuffle noun

Examples of reshuffle in a Sentence

The dealer reshuffled the cards.

Recent Examples on the Web

Summer months typically bring a flurry of activity within the NBA, because all teams reshuffle the roster with sights set on the next season. — Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 26 June 2026

The project of songwriter Shane Lavers has been one to watch in New York’s perpetually reshuffling rock underground since 2024 debut Your Day Will Come. — Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 26 June 2026

Showing the ever-growing importance of animation, Netflix has reshuffled two portfolios involving a pair of senior executives. — Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 22 June 2026

Since Fiddelke has been at the helm, the company has reshuffled the leadership and named new outside executives including a Walmart executive to lead its supply network. — CBS News, 15 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1830, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for reshuffle

• duffel
• duffle
• muffle
• ruffle
• scuffle
• shuffle
• truffle

Kids Definition

reshuffle

verb

re·​shuf·​fle (ˈ)rē-ˈshəf-əl 

1

: to shuffle again

2

: to reorganize usually by switching around existing parts

the president reshuffled the cabinet

reshuffle noun