as in to modify
to make different in some way
once he recast the question in different terms, I understood what he was asking
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Recent Examples of recast
The database does not make clear which of the plaques, maps, films and books ultimately will be removed or recast by the Interior Department, though some have already been axed.
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Karin Brulliard, Arkansas Online, 3 Mar. 2026
While the foundation secured a steady stream of funding as well as political will for the Everglades, DeSantis recast himself as an environmentalist with the foundation’s support.
—Michael Adno, Rolling Stone, 3 Mar. 2026
The show continued filming without him before going on a pre-planned hiatus in November, and the creative team wrote Billy out of subsequent episodes rather than recasting the character.
—Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 27 Feb. 2026
Dior recasts the classic bloom in modern fashion—less powder room, more playful.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 27 Feb. 2026
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Karin Brulliard, Arkansas Online, 3 Mar. 2026
While the foundation secured a steady stream of funding as well as political will for the Everglades, DeSantis recast himself as an environmentalist with the foundation’s support.
—Michael Adno, Rolling Stone, 3 Mar. 2026
The show continued filming without him before going on a pre-planned hiatus in November, and the creative team wrote Billy out of subsequent episodes rather than recasting the character.
—Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 27 Feb. 2026
Dior recasts the classic bloom in modern fashion—less powder room, more playful.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 27 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for recast
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Starbucks’ new rewards system kicked in on Tuesday, March 10, modifying the way its app users earn freebies.—
Fielding Buck,
Oc Register,
11 Mar. 2026
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The current stadium layout has bleacher sections (bench seating) but those are being modified to include seat backs, while video boards and wi-fi infrastructure are being improved.—
Dean Jones,
New York Times,
10 Mar. 2026
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Another key sticking point for each of the defense attorneys was a social media account the prosecution said went from an Antifa DFW account to a book club page, claiming it was changed as a disguise.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 Mar. 2026
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Bozell also called for changing a land law that allows the South African government to expropriate land without compensation in some circumstances.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
12 Mar. 2026
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The kitchen was remodeled with 42-inch white cabinets, an undermount sink, stainless appliances and a gas cooktop.—
Lesa Stuart,
Dallas Morning News,
8 Mar. 2026
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Last fall, as the home was being remodeled and the family temporarily relocated, a woman was caught by officers camping out in Micalizzi's backyard.—
Michele Gile,
CBS News,
6 Mar. 2026
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Returning to the core of his talk, Yanxiao likened the Xiongnu’s impact on the West to that of the Mongols, who, a millennium later, would alter the cultural topology of Eurasia.—
Chang Che,
New Yorker,
8 Mar. 2026
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The order alters the timeline for decommissioning Schahfer, according to a previous NIPSCO statement, but compliance is mandatory, and NIPSCO’s long-term plan to transition to sustainable energy remains unchanged.—
Maya Wilkins,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Mar. 2026
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What began as a love for reworking vintage jewelry soon turned from a side hustle into a career.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
7 Mar. 2026
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At the very least, any multi-year contract should be able to be voided or reworked by teams.—
Brittany Ghiroli,
New York Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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It is soon expected to transform into what is known as a gang suppression force in upcoming months.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
11 Mar. 2026
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The building later became a dormitory for The New School, until hotelier Sean MacPherson—the creative force behind the Ludlow Hotel and Hotel Chelsea—transformed it into a hotel once again in 2012.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Recast.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recast. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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