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an instance of expressing something in different words
your essays on human rights should have some original thought and not be simply a paraphrase of what's in the textbook
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to express something (as a text or statement) in different words
could you paraphrase your diagnosis of my medical condition, using simpler language?
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Recent Examples of paraphrase
Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2024
Talks on a hostage deal, meanwhile, could be dragged out long enough for Hamas to rebuild its military, the paper’s paraphrase of the document said.
—Gershom Gorenberg, The Atlantic, 25 Nov. 2024
Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
To paraphrase Teddy Roosevelt, Cade speaks softly and carries an M14 semi-automatic rifle with a thermal scope and suppressor.
—John Devore, Rolling Stone, 31 Mar. 2025
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Noun
The combination of support for RFK Jr. and the MAGA paraphrase explain President-elect Donald Trump's choice of the political scion for secretary of Health and Human Services.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2024
Talks on a hostage deal, meanwhile, could be dragged out long enough for Hamas to rebuild its military, the paper’s paraphrase of the document said.
—Gershom Gorenberg, The Atlantic, 25 Nov. 2024
Verb
Reflecting on and paraphrasing the other party’s statements validates their concerns and promotes a collaborative atmosphere.
Flexibility—Be open to adjusting your proposals based on new information and the evolving dynamics of the negotiation.
—Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
To paraphrase Teddy Roosevelt, Cade speaks softly and carries an M14 semi-automatic rifle with a thermal scope and suppressor.
—John Devore, Rolling Stone, 31 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for paraphrase
Noun
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Staff can call the translation service to connect with interpreters who help identify new languages and provide translation among staff, students and parents.—
Lina Ruiz,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
17 Apr. 2025
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As German authorities push toward remote translation systems, both Nana’s profession and her personal connections face an uncertain future.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
17 Apr. 2025
Verb
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There are translating earbuds, more advanced Kindles for notetaking and much more.—
Christopher Murray,
FOXNews.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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The numbers translate well in daily life, where the Pixel 9a lasts longer than its more expensive sibling.—
Prakhar Khanna,
Forbes.com,
19 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The five Missouri students aren’t publicly named in the lawsuit, but their backgrounds are summarized.—
Jonathan Shorman,
Kansas City Star,
24 Apr. 2025
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Motorola’s new flip phones include AI tools that can do things like analyze what’s on a phone’s screen to provide suggestions and summarize notifications.—
Lisa Eadicicco,
CNN Money,
24 Apr. 2025
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“Paraphrase.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/paraphrase. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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