reshape

verb

re·​shape (ˌ)rē-ˈshāp How to pronounce reshape (audio)
reshaped; reshaping; reshapes

transitive verb

: 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.
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The president’s tone has also reshaped oil market behavior, according to Sebastian Barrack, head of commodities at Citadel. Jake Angelo, Fortune, 21 Apr. 2026 According to the results, the find could greatly reshape research and improve the way scientists model supernova explosions. Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 21 Apr. 2026 Claude will receive the Webby Person of the Year Award for its impact as an AI system reshaping how people create, communicate, and work online. Denise Petski, Deadline, 21 Apr. 2026 The closures are part of a 10-year long-term plan that could reshape over 300 school buildings across the city, the district says. Tom Dougherty, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for reshape

Word History

First Known Use

1827, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of reshape was in 1827

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“Reshape.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reshape. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.

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reshape

verb
re·​shape (ˈ)rē-ˈshāp How to pronounce reshape (audio)
: to give a new form to
reshaper noun

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