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as in to practice
to do over and over so as to become skilled
the orchestra rehearsed the symphony until they finally got it to the conductor's satisfaction
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2
as in to describe
to give an oral or written account of in some detail
wrote a letter to the management rehearsing in lurid detail our terrible stay at their hotel
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as in to repeat
to say or state again
rehearsed her story about why she was late as she walked into the meeting
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as in to recite
to specify one after another
rehearsed the list of things he wanted for his birthday so that there would be no doubt in my mind
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Recent Examples of rehearse
Mould, Barbe, and Travis got together and rehearsed for a possible reunion, but the musical vibe was not as inspiring as Mould had hoped.
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David Browne, Rolling Stone, 15 Oct. 2025
The Matchbox cast and I were rehearsing in Budapest for one of the scenes.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 15 Oct. 2025
However, her longtime friend/vocal coach Stevie Mackey is shutting down any naysayers with a snippet of Lopez rehearsing a number from the musical, Kiss Of The Spider Woman.
—Mya Abraham, VIBE.com, 13 Oct. 2025
Derek likes to mess with reality and try to capture a feeling on-camera instead of rehearsing everything to death.
—Keaton Bell, Vogue, 11 Oct. 2025
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David Browne, Rolling Stone, 15 Oct. 2025
The Matchbox cast and I were rehearsing in Budapest for one of the scenes.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 15 Oct. 2025
However, her longtime friend/vocal coach Stevie Mackey is shutting down any naysayers with a snippet of Lopez rehearsing a number from the musical, Kiss Of The Spider Woman.
—Mya Abraham, VIBE.com, 13 Oct. 2025
Derek likes to mess with reality and try to capture a feeling on-camera instead of rehearsing everything to death.
—Keaton Bell, Vogue, 11 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rehearse
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The exercises lasted longer than usual, involved the extensive use of reservists, showcased new weaponry, and practiced urban warfare.—
Lyle Goldstein,
Time,
23 Oct. 2025
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As users practice the hands-only technique, the screen gives feedback in real time about the depth and rate of compressions and proper hand placement — factors that influence the effectiveness of CPR — and then presents a final assessment on how well the user performed the procedure.—
Lou Ponsi,
Oc Register,
22 Oct. 2025
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Officers described the shrapnel that dented the patrol car as being two inches by a half-inch.—
Paul Sisson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
20 Oct. 2025
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That’s how Ford Motor CEO Jim Farley described the state of the automotive industry earlier this year amid geopolitical tensions, tariffs, inflation and other disruptions.—
Michael Wayland,
CNBC,
20 Oct. 2025
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Scientists believe that repeated hits to the head damage the brain cells, which causes chronic inflammation and cells to convert into a diseased and dying state.—
Alana Semuels,
Time,
20 Oct. 2025
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The standard form of the blues poem also means that the poem can be repeated; each individual blues poem is part of a larger body of poems that work through similar themes and experiences, told by similar characters.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 Oct. 2025
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Once the camera’s red light goes on, Amaarae slips the device away and recites her questions from memory.—
Tomás Mier,
Rolling Stone,
22 Oct. 2025
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The bride and groom recited their vows and exchanged candy rings, and then there was lots of dancing and celebrating.—
Erin Clack,
PEOPLE,
20 Oct. 2025
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Tom Curran, energy technology analyst with Seaport Research Partners, told Fortune the power opportunity is an emerging bright spot in an industry suffering through a slump.—
Jordan Blum,
Fortune,
23 Oct. 2025
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Joanne can tell there’s trouble when the woman who may one day become her sister-in-law shows up to a double date with bangs.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
23 Oct. 2025
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Matt Zingler, the co-founder and CEO of the global hip-hop festival Rolling Loud, is listing his Biscayne Point retreat, complete with 150 feet of prime bay frontage.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
21 Oct. 2025
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The property — which features trails and areas for camping, fishing and hiking — is currently listed at around $5 million, though the county is currently negotiating a final price with the property owner.—
Caroline Neal,
Louisville Courier Journal,
21 Oct. 2025
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His work credits have included National Geographic’s Ocean with David Attenborough, NBC’s The Americas narrated by Tom Hanks, and the upcoming Blue Planet III on BBC.—
Soo Kim,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Oct. 2025
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The professor recorded and narrated the field trip so Rogers and others could complete the assignment at Stanley.—
Kelly Meyerhofer,
jsonline.com,
23 Oct. 2025
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After Martin, who identifies as non-binary and uses they/them pronouns, discussed their childhood friend's experience, Barrymore detailed her own time in rehab.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
25 Oct. 2025
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The legislation also mandates that states submit annual reports to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration detailing the number of CDL applicants, test pass rates, and compliance data.—
Billal Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Oct. 2025
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“Rehearse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rehearse. Accessed 26 Oct. 2025.
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