reshape
verb
re·shape
(ˌ)rē-ˈshāp 
reshaped; reshaping; reshapes
: to give a new form or orientation to : reorganize
The cargo space was reshaped in the new model.
These changes will reshape the future.
reshaper
noun
Examples of reshape in a Sentence
The body of the car was reshaped to allow for more cargo space.
These changes will reshape the future.
He reshaped the plot of his story.
Recent Examples on the Web
Fortunately, more homes have just popped up for sale at Powder Haven, the exclusive residential enclave in Utah backed by Netflix cofounder Reed Hastings, who acquired the resort in 2023 and has since been reshaping it into a hybrid public-private ski destination.
—
Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 28 Apr. 2026
The 18th century was defined by revolutions that reshaped not only industry but also the very fabric of daily life.
—Gyimah Whitaker, AJC.com, 28 Apr. 2026
The governor’s map, if approved, would reshape districts in Democratic areas around Orlando, Tampa Bay, Miami and Fort Lauderdale.
—Bill Barrow, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
That, in turn, can reshape your budget overnight, leaving little room to adapt, which can be particularly tough at a time when everyday expenses are already stretching budgets thinner.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for reshape
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 28 Apr. 2026
The 18th century was defined by revolutions that reshaped not only industry but also the very fabric of daily life.
—Gyimah Whitaker, AJC.com, 28 Apr. 2026
The governor’s map, if approved, would reshape districts in Democratic areas around Orlando, Tampa Bay, Miami and Fort Lauderdale.
—Bill Barrow, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
That, in turn, can reshape your budget overnight, leaving little room to adapt, which can be particularly tough at a time when everyday expenses are already stretching budgets thinner.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for reshape
Cite this Entry
“Reshape.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reshape. Accessed 30 Apr. 2026.
Copy CitationKids Definition
Love words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
