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to put into good shape again after having been destroyed or damaged
It took a long time to rebuild the ruined house after the hurricane.
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Recent Examples of rebuilt
Stewart Mandel, New York Times, 27 Aug. 2025
Apple is now exploring Google’s Gemini artificial intelligence to power a rebuilt version of Siri, according to Bloomberg, which first reported the talks.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 23 Aug. 2025
The rebuilt lodge opened in 1936, following much of the original plan from architect Gilbert Stanley Underwood and incorporating the original Kaibab limestone that came from canyon walls near Bright Angel Point.
—Mary Jo Pitzl, AZCentral.com, 12 Aug. 2025
Students and teachers can expect some changes this year, as Palm Beach County opens a brand new campus in Loxahatchee and reopens a rebuilt school in West Palm Beach.
—Scott Travis, Sun Sentinel, 10 Aug. 2025
Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 4 Sep. 2025
In 1927, the lock was rebuilt to give access to Northern Michigan's Inland Waterway, allowing for the transportation of lumber into Lake Huron.
—Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 4 Sep. 2025
The engine was rebuilt recently and only has 8,000 miles on it, although Campau estimates the car itself has around 500,000 miles.
—Keenan Thompson, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
From education to media, from retail to philanthropy, entire ecosystems are being rebuilt to reward participation with ownership.
—Charles Morey, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
The pair have proposed an almost $8 million redevelopment plan that would see the building torn down but rebuilt as a close replica.
—Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 2 Sep. 2025
The couple rebuilt the home’s four decorative gables.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025
Over the past two years, the company has rebuilt with a focus on cutting losses, expanding into adjacent businesses like advertising, and working toward profitability.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 2 Sep. 2025
The Falcons' offense is being rebuilt around him now, and that's where the confidence comes from.
—Cecil Merkerson Iii, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Aug. 2025
Verb
Meanwhile, a rebuilt offensive line struggled in the run game.
—Stewart Mandel, New York Times, 27 Aug. 2025
Apple is now exploring Google’s Gemini artificial intelligence to power a rebuilt version of Siri, according to Bloomberg, which first reported the talks.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 23 Aug. 2025
The rebuilt lodge opened in 1936, following much of the original plan from architect Gilbert Stanley Underwood and incorporating the original Kaibab limestone that came from canyon walls near Bright Angel Point.
—Mary Jo Pitzl, AZCentral.com, 12 Aug. 2025
Students and teachers can expect some changes this year, as Palm Beach County opens a brand new campus in Loxahatchee and reopens a rebuilt school in West Palm Beach.
—Scott Travis, Sun Sentinel, 10 Aug. 2025
Adjective
Celebrity car designer After Ramirez and Vega parted ways, Vega went through a bankruptcy but rebuilt his reputation as a custom-car designer.
—Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 4 Sep. 2025
In 1927, the lock was rebuilt to give access to Northern Michigan's Inland Waterway, allowing for the transportation of lumber into Lake Huron.
—Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 4 Sep. 2025
The engine was rebuilt recently and only has 8,000 miles on it, although Campau estimates the car itself has around 500,000 miles.
—Keenan Thompson, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
From education to media, from retail to philanthropy, entire ecosystems are being rebuilt to reward participation with ownership.
—Charles Morey, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
The pair have proposed an almost $8 million redevelopment plan that would see the building torn down but rebuilt as a close replica.
—Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 2 Sep. 2025
The couple rebuilt the home’s four decorative gables.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025
Over the past two years, the company has rebuilt with a focus on cutting losses, expanding into adjacent businesses like advertising, and working toward profitability.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 2 Sep. 2025
The Falcons' offense is being rebuilt around him now, and that's where the confidence comes from.
—Cecil Merkerson Iii, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rebuilt
Verb
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His face and hands are reconstructed with silicone.—
Ruth Sherlock,
NPR,
7 Sep. 2025
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Investigators reconstructed her last afternoon from cameras and household data.—
Christina Coulter,
PEOPLE,
6 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Little French Key rehabilitated the animals and provided them healthy diets, veterinary care and enrichment.—
Bill Bowden,
Arkansas Online,
29 Aug. 2025
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Law enforcement first raided this cultivation site in 2024, but it was not rehabilitated until this year due to the presence of hazardous chemicals.—
Colson Thayer,
People.com,
25 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Nearly a year after being removed from Lincoln Heights' village council over a tax dispute, a leading community activist has had his seat restored by a state appeals court.—
David Ferrara,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
5 Sep. 2025
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Depending on the cause and severity of hearing loss, which can also occur due to ear wax buildup, the issue can be treated and hearing restored.—
Jennifer E. Mabry,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Rebuilt.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rebuilt. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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