reschedule

verb

re·​sched·​ule (ˌ)rē-ˈske-(ˌ)jül How to pronounce reschedule (audio)
-jəl,
 Canadian also  -ˈshe-,
 British usually  -ˈshe-(ˌ)dyül
rescheduled; rescheduling; reschedules

transitive verb

: to schedule or plan again according to a different timetable
especially : to defer required payment of (a debt or loan)

Examples of reschedule in a Sentence

She called to reschedule her appointment. The meeting was rescheduled for Tuesday. He rescheduled his college loans.
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Time your activities wisely: When possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 18 July 2025 Sensitive groups are advised to reschedule outdoor activities or move them indoors. Joe Edwards, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 July 2025 The test will be rescheduled and is expected to occur by the end of the month, UCSD said. Olivia Petty, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 July 2025 Find the right time: Consider rescheduling strenuous activities to early morning or evening if possible. Be alert to warning signs: Educate yourself about the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 10 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for reschedule

Word History

First Known Use

1878, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of reschedule was in 1878

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“Reschedule.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reschedule. Accessed 24 Jul. 2025.

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