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repave

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re·​pave | \ (ˌ)rē-ˈpāv How to pronounce repave (audio) \
variants: or less commonly re-pave
repaved also re-paved; repaving also re-paving

Definition of repave

transitive + intransitive

: to pave (something) again repaved the road This project will include … fixing curbs and sidewalks, and re-paving with asphalt.— Rick Rector

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“Repave.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/repave. Accessed 14 Jun. 2021.

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