reassigning

verb

present participle of reassign
as in reallocating

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  1. redistributing
  2. contributing
  3. donating
Verb
  • Resting meat after cooking allows fibers to relax, redistributing and reabsorbing juices for a more flavorful bite.
    — Wini Moranville, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 July 2026
  • The Endeavour Canovas have a rocker sole that’s especially good for absorbing shock and redistributing pressure.
    — Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 23 June 2026
Definition of redistributing
Verb
  • The system is still expanding, but new units are contributing more of the overall growth as comparable sales moderate.
    — Jim Osman, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
  • Ukrainian attacks on Russian refineries had doubled since the beginning of 2026, Reuters reported, contributing to refinery shutdowns and reduced production of gasoline, diesel and jet fuel.
    — Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 20 July 2026
Definition of contributing
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  • The Guardians’ Team Store is donating all of the proceeds from sales during Monday’s game to the Venezuelan Red Cross.
    — Chuck Murr, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
  • Larson’s campaign has pointed out that funders like Mandel are donating to multiple groups that support Bronin, and that network of groups like The Bench, Majority Democrats and VoteVets share some similar consultants and donate to one another.
    — Lisa Hagen, Hartford Courant, 17 July 2026
Definition of donating
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