RECATEGORIZING Synonyms: 56 Similar and Opposite Words

recategorizing

verb

present participle of recategorize

as in reclassifying

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These Chargers have 13 games left, and identifying potential wins on the remaining schedule is a nearly impossible task.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 5 Oct. 2026
Research has documented multiple barriers to physical activity for autistic children and young people, while also identifying knowledgeable coaches, appropriate support and inclusive programs as important facilitators of participation.

— Irma Davarashvili, Forbes.com, 5 Oct. 2026

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Known for his exacting, couture-like approach, and an experimental zeal rare among designers at Europe’s largest luxury brands, the Frenchman got his start in fashion by filing, photocopying and cataloguing fabrics at Jean Paul Gaultier.

— Miles Socha, Footwear News, 3 Oct. 2026
Examples under laws enforced by the Labor Commissioner include filing certain wage complaints, exercising rights under the Labor Code and raising some workplace health or safety concerns.

— William Jones, Sacbee.com, 2 Oct. 2026

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Reciprocal leadership requires openness in both directions while recognizing the responsibility that comes with the role.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 1 Oct. 2026
Comprehensive breast cancer care also means recognizing that treatment affects far more than the disease itself.

— Baptist Health, Miami Herald, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of recognizing

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Keep the package sealed after each use to prevent sheets from clumping or breaking down early.

— Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Sep. 2026
Today, the yard is full, teeming with edible plants wrapped around a central open area covered in clumping grass that creates a wave-like texture.

— Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 12 Aug. 2026

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