readdressing

verb

present participle of readdress
as in reconsidering
to consider again especially with the possibility of change or reversal the Senate will readdress pending gun control legislation in their next session

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  1. reconsidering
  2. revisiting
  3. reviewing
Verb
  • European countries will have to institute more fiscal reforms, reconsidering their tax and spending – including defense.
    — David Goldman, CNN Money, 8 July 2026
  • For otherwise healthy mouths without an active infection, daily antiseptic rinsing may be worth reconsidering in favor of standard brushing and flossing.
    — Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 July 2026
Definition of reconsidering
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  • Furthermore, distinguish yourself by revisiting past issues with solutions, showcasing continuous growth.
    — Jason Walker PsyD, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
  • The 1980s, fortunately, brought with them a feminism committed to revisiting and recovering the literary canon of women writers.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 1 July 2026
Definition of revisiting
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  • The former Republican governor didn’t state a reason for the flights on air logs, but Fitzpatrick was able to determine reasons for some trips by reviewing old media advisories and news releases.
    — Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 3 July 2026
  • Safety is given to us by intelligence analysts reviewing threats 24 hours a day, by commandos ready to deploy at a moment’s notice, and by leaders who find the courage to make the toughest calls.
    — Anne Neuberger, The Atlantic, 3 July 2026
Definition of reviewing
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