repurpose
verb
re·pur·pose
(ˌ)rē-ˈpər-pəs 
repurposed; repurposing; repurposes
: to give a new purpose or use to
repurpose the company's website
repurpose the archived material
Examples of repurpose in a Sentence
finding ways to repurpose old computer equipment
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While traditionally used exclusively for air defense, Russia's military has recently repurposed S-300s for offensive strikes on Ukraine, according to two officials.
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Aidan Stretch, CBS News, 17 June 2026
And who knows if, with chef Mario Carbone, part of those labyrinths will be repurposed into wineries for fine wines.
—Marzio G. Mian, Vanity Fair, 16 June 2026
The project would repurpose the shoulder on the median side into a temporary travel lane during the busiest travel times.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 15 June 2026
Graphic designers can repurpose artwork originally created for clients, while photographers can sell prints from their existing portfolios.
—Bybryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
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Aidan Stretch, CBS News, 17 June 2026
And who knows if, with chef Mario Carbone, part of those labyrinths will be repurposed into wineries for fine wines.
—Marzio G. Mian, Vanity Fair, 16 June 2026
The project would repurpose the shoulder on the median side into a temporary travel lane during the busiest travel times.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 15 June 2026
Graphic designers can repurpose artwork originally created for clients, while photographers can sell prints from their existing portfolios.
—Bybryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for repurpose
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“Repurpose.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/repurpose. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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