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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 paraphrased
In some cases, an AI model blended or paraphrased elements from multiple real papers, including believable-sounding titles and author lists, the company says.
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Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 21 Jan. 2026
Alone In zero-click experiences, your original content may be cited, summarized or paraphrased by AI without attribution or referral.
—Don Dodds, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2025
Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 21 Jan. 2026
Alone In zero-click experiences, your original content may be cited, summarized or paraphrased by AI without attribution or referral.
—Don Dodds, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for paraphrased
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The model translated these instructions into coordinated arm movements and adjusted in response to tactile feedback.—
Janakiram MSV,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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The partnership translated Barbour’s country-estate roots and polish to New England.—
Lydia Price,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Paraphrased.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/paraphrased. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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