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: If possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening when the heat is less intense. Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 25 June 2025 The hearing is being tentatively rescheduled for July 15, Rooney said. Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 24 June 2025 While areas that are placed on a watch are asked to reschedule any planned outdoor activities, people in areas placed under warnings are told to avoid any heavy activity and direct sunlight. Julia Gomez, USA Today, 23 June 2025 In the event of rain, the show will be rescheduled. Muri Assunção, New York Daily News, 21 June 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 1 Jul. 2025.

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