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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
On Friday night, Gaga treated fans by rehearsing on the stage, giving them a teaser of what was to come.
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Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 4 May 2025
The brothers are preparing to start rehearsing for their string of gigs which kick off in Cardiff on July 4.
—Caroline Frost, Deadline, 3 May 2025
Some in the industry had questioned the decision to finish the film after star Alec Baldwin fired a prop gun while rehearsing a scene in October 2021, killing Hutchins and injuring director Joel Souza.
—Justin Curto, Vulture, 1 May 2025
Thousands of troops from multiple branches of the military rehearsed for weeks under the adoring eyes and feverish applause from the local people.
—Nga Pham, NPR, 30 Apr. 2025
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Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 4 May 2025
The brothers are preparing to start rehearsing for their string of gigs which kick off in Cardiff on July 4.
—Caroline Frost, Deadline, 3 May 2025
Some in the industry had questioned the decision to finish the film after star Alec Baldwin fired a prop gun while rehearsing a scene in October 2021, killing Hutchins and injuring director Joel Souza.
—Justin Curto, Vulture, 1 May 2025
Thousands of troops from multiple branches of the military rehearsed for weeks under the adoring eyes and feverish applause from the local people.
—Nga Pham, NPR, 30 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rehearse
Verb
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This could include reading a book, meditating, practicing gentle yoga, or taking a warm bath.—
Ankur Bindal,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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Builds decision-making skills: Deciding how to use their allowance helps children practice making responsible choices.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Parents,
12 May 2025
Verb
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In it, Tucci described undergoing an intensive 35-day radiation treatment and seven sessions of chemotherapy.—
Moná Thomas,
People.com,
13 May 2025
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Read more Cassie takes stand in Diddy trial, describes freak offs in explicit detail The 2 'wild cards' on Sean 'Diddy' Combs jury, according to an expert Diddy's defense strategy comes into focus: Domestic abuser, but no criminal Why Is Broadcasting Prohibited in Court?—
Kate Nalepinski,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 May 2025
Verb
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The male repeats this behavior a few times before walking and then running around the female.—
Aspen Pflughoeft,
Miami Herald,
14 May 2025
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This puts a major dent in their chances to repeat and jeopardizes their chances to compete next season and possibly beyond. Celtics star and 2024 Finals MVP, Jaylen Brown, was defeated in losing his partner in crime.—
Ricardo Klein,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 May 2025
Verb
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In fact, many frequent fliers can’t recite the reasons behind the rule, and others have forgotten to turn it on.—
Katie Jackson,
Travel + Leisure,
12 May 2025
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It is typically recited by popes, but was sung by Pope Leo.—
Sarah Ventre,
NPR,
11 May 2025
Verb
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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo told reporters she was caught off guard by the news, and has asked the prosecutor's office to ask the U.S. Department of Justice for more information.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
15 May 2025
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The percentage tells the public how much of the fire perimeter is believed to not go beyond the control lines.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
14 May 2025
Verb
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Here is the lineup of home and road opponents, listed alphabetically. Steelers’ 2025 opponents The Steelers went 10-7 in the 2024 regular season before being blown out by the Baltimore Ravens in the wild-card round of the playoffs, extending Pittsburgh’s winless postseason drought to eight years.—
Mike DeFabo,
New York Times,
14 May 2025
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Favorite Paint Picks Drew listed Farrow & Ball’s Dimity as his favorite neutral.—
Eleni N. Gage,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 May 2025
Verb
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The event included a video tribute narrated by Liberty great Sue Wicks, celebratory remarks from team owners Clara Wu Tsai and Joe Tsai and of course, the ring distribution.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
18 May 2025
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The teaser features shots from Nouvelle Vague, narrated by a woman in French.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
17 May 2025
Verb
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This lightweight, crochet sweater vest is adorned with delicate buttons down the front, while the fold-over collar is decorated with lace detailing that dresses up this relatively simple top.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
9 May 2025
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The $10 billion order from the UK for Boeing (first of many new orders hopefully) was detailed this morning as British Airways unveiled plans to buy 32 Boeing 787-10 long-haul aircraft from Boeing.—
Jeff Kilburg,
CNBC,
9 May 2025
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“Rehearse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rehearse. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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