rethink
verb
re·think
(ˌ)rē-ˈthiŋk 
rethought
(ˌ)rē-ˈthȯt
; rethinking
; rethinking
: to think about again : reconsider
: to engage in reconsideration
rethinker
noun
Examples of rethink in a Sentence
You had better rethink your decision.
The government is rethinking its policy.
He took a moment to rethink.
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But lately, for the first time in 44 years, Doell has been rethinking her weekend pilgrimages.
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Sally Krutzig, Idaho Statesman, 26 Sep. 2025
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—Sarah Jones, Sourcing Journal, 25 Sep. 2025
That prompted him to rethink what could go there.
—Matthew Geiger, Denver Post, 25 Sep. 2025
The grassroots support is still there, and this moment is an opportunity to rethink and reinvigorate Tampa's Pride celebration by drawing on history but also looking to a brighter future.
—Kate Plummer, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Sep. 2025
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Sally Krutzig, Idaho Statesman, 26 Sep. 2025
From global brands to fast-scaling startups, retailers are no longer afraid to rethink the fundamentals especially around returns, fulfillment and personalization.
—Sarah Jones, Sourcing Journal, 25 Sep. 2025
That prompted him to rethink what could go there.
—Matthew Geiger, Denver Post, 25 Sep. 2025
The grassroots support is still there, and this moment is an opportunity to rethink and reinvigorate Tampa's Pride celebration by drawing on history but also looking to a brighter future.
—Kate Plummer, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for rethink
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“Rethink.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rethink. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.
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