1
as in to modify
to make different in some way
the sculptor reworked the clay into another shape
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2
as in to edit
to prepare for publication by correcting, rewriting, or updating
the magazine will publish your poem if you rework it so that it's a little shorter
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Recent Examples of rework
For his debut, Bellotti laid a chic foundation—reworking the house’s signature double-faced coats in ultra-fine leather and introducing tailoring accented with sleek, unexpected cutouts at the hip.
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Laura Jackson, Vogue, 25 Mar. 2026
The self is made of memories but can also shape them — an animate sculpture able to rework its own clay.
—Eric Boodman, Vulture, 25 Mar. 2026
The backstory The property has been reworked multiple times since the ’90s.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Mar. 2026
More specifically, the redesign preserved the exterior architecture while reworking the interiors to reflect a contemporary lifestyle.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 24 Mar. 2026
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Laura Jackson, Vogue, 25 Mar. 2026
The self is made of memories but can also shape them — an animate sculpture able to rework its own clay.
—Eric Boodman, Vulture, 25 Mar. 2026
The backstory The property has been reworked multiple times since the ’90s.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Mar. 2026
More specifically, the redesign preserved the exterior architecture while reworking the interiors to reflect a contemporary lifestyle.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 24 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rework
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The team further enhanced performance by modifying the SMP’s chemical composition and reinforcing it with carbon fibers to improve stiffness and durability.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Mar. 2026
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The laws so far have been modified to increase state control.—
Sarah Moreno
Updated March 24,
Miami Herald,
24 Mar. 2026
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The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
25 Mar. 2026
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In ‘Kansas City,’ Altman shot an entire concert in this club and then edited it into the flow of the film, where the musicians are providing a Greek chorus to all the shenanigans that are going on with the white characters.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
24 Mar. 2026
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Completed in 2004 by builder James Nolan and architect Howard Backen, and extensively remodeled by Seacrest in collaboration with Clint Nicholas and Silvia Nobili of Nobili Marqués Arquitectura, the property offers a Tuscan-style main home, a pool house, and a guest cottage.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
27 Mar. 2026
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Several luxury vehicles were parked outside, and the property appeared recently remodeled, the outlet reported.—
Michael Dorgan,
FOXNews.com,
21 Mar. 2026
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Then-Councilmember Raul Peralez helped hold the deal together as construction deadlines loomed, the development changed hands and plans were revised.—
Sal Pizarro,
Mercury News,
28 Mar. 2026
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The measure could be revised within 90 days.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 Mar. 2026
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Invite a calm talk about time commitments, because fairness grows when expectations are measurable and both sides understand what happens if plans change.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
26 Mar. 2026
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Abril’s trial was initially scheduled to begin a year ago but was delayed after Abril changed his plea to not guilty by reason of insanity in February 2025.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
26 Mar. 2026
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Billy Randolph had shaped them and how his death had altered their lives, responses came after long pauses and were choked with grief.—
Emerson Clarridge
Updated March 27,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Mar. 2026
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At Yasu's Tailor Shop, Jessica Lee-Vedder carefully alters a piece of military clothing.—
Kenny Choi,
CBS News,
28 Mar. 2026
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“Rework.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rework. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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