RECONSTRUCTION Synonyms: 81 Similar and Opposite Words

reconstruction

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Definition of reconstruction

as in revision

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as in simulation

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Recent Examples of reconstruction Fallingwater remained largely open to visitors while this extensive work was ongoing, however, parts of the structures were covered during various times throughout the reconstruction. — Elizabeth Fazzare, Architectural Digest, 14 July 2026 Advertisement Even while carrying an extraordinary load—from mobilization and reconstruction to displacement and missile defense—the Israeli government moved to cushion the households closest to the blast. — Frayda Leibtag, Time, 13 July 2026 Negotiations between Israel and Hamas remain largely deadlocked over the implementation of the ceasefire’s second phase, including the disarmament of Hamas and the reconstruction of Gaza. — Wafaa Shurafa, Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2026 Ultimately, the film became an act of reconstruction – a way to reconnect with a country many had lost and to explore identity through cinema. — Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 11 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for reconstruction

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Noun

That includes driver license revisions as well as precinct and district changes stemming from congressional redistricting.

— Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 18 July 2026
Japan's upper house has passed controversial revisions to the law on the succession to the throne.

— Brittney Melton, NPR, 17 July 2026

Definition of revision

Noun

Their simulations focused on where the protective layer intersects the electrolyte, the lithium metal anode, and the cathode materials.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 17 July 2026
Our simulation experiment started tremendously as the virtual Huskies, led by 75 overall quarterback Jake Merklinger, the Tennessee transfer, finished 10-3 and beat UTEP in the Famous Idaho Potato Bowl.

— Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 17 July 2026

Definition of simulation

Noun

Various outbuildings now house a small screening room, where clips from a documentary on Herriot’s life play, as well as a re-creation of the TV studio and set on which the 1978 television series was filmed.

— Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 26 June 2026
The original is a minor Harding work, Bacon said, explaining why judges might not have recognized Allan’s submission as a re-creation.

— News Desk, Artforum, 24 June 2026

Definition of re-creation

Noun

Years after his dad’s reformation, Jonah sits on a bench at the Broncos’ practice facility in Dove Valley, gazing out at the green expanse of his future.

— Luca Evans, Denver Post, 21 June 2026
In addition to scarf tops, asymmetrical hems are having a moment, which is exactly how this Reformation set ended up on the list.

— Morgan Evans, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 May 2026

Definition of reformation

Noun

Disney loved miniatures and was an avid collector of the tiny pieces of art.

— Julie Tremaine, PEOPLE, 17 July 2026
Most of all, the finale did in miniature what the season has done throughout — pull the rug out from under Paula, and from under the viewers, by presenting a set of facts, and then revealing just how much more lies underneath.

— Daniel D'Addario, Variety, 15 July 2026

Definition of miniature

Noun

Yet the reconversion into a mosque preserved much of the Crusader church, and the majority of the nave and the western portal were still visible in modern times.

— Stephennie Mulder, The Conversation, 17 Jan. 2024
Maenza and Haider met for the first time in person at a reception following an ecumenical prayer service lamenting the reconversion of the Hagia Sophia into a mosque.

— Kathryn Jean Lopez, National Review, 19 July 2021

Definition of reconversion

Noun

Teams still spend time reconciling data across systems, validating outputs manually, coordinating across silos and reworking processes that AI was supposed to simplify.

— Eglae Recchia, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
But the move for Kesselring was just the start of his blue-line reworking.

— Eric Stephens, New York Times, 24 June 2026

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