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Recent Examples of reconceptualize
What gives me pause is the question of why Brooker would radically reconceptualize a series whose premise has exceeded its expiration date, instead of just moving on to a fresh idea.
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Time, 16 June 2023
In a sense, Black people, whose past has been deliberately erased, are embracing Afrofuturism as a means to reconceptualize their history and a tool for speculating on a more fruitful future.
—Shantay Robinson, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 May 2023
The Covid-19 pandemic cratered our delicate balance between needs and wants, forcing communities across the world to rethink or better yet, reconceptualize the meaning of what traits thriving communities possess.
—Rod Berger, Forbes, 2 May 2022
The voices working now to reconceptualize that relationship include not only figures like Tlaib, who comfortably place themselves on the Democratic Party’s left wing, but organizations like J Street, whose advocates are angling to replace Israel hawks in the political mainstream.
—Osita Nwanevu, The New Republic, 24 May 2021
Every year the Crystal Cabin Awards showcase innovative ideas that reconceptualize the airplane cabin experience.
—Francesca Street, CNN, 14 Mar. 2023
Then, as the Victorian era ushered in the rise of official dog breeds, people began to reconceptualize the roles that canines could play in their homes.
—Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 24 Oct. 2022
In the same vein, companies also need to reconceptualize their idea of headquarters.
—Rodger Dean Duncan, Forbes, 20 May 2022
Together, Black Rave Culture produces tracks and DJ sets that reconceptualize and reclaim this legacy, exploring different rhythms, tempos and traditions from across dance music and its diaspora.
—Washington Post, 3 Feb. 2022
Time, 16 June 2023
In a sense, Black people, whose past has been deliberately erased, are embracing Afrofuturism as a means to reconceptualize their history and a tool for speculating on a more fruitful future.
—Shantay Robinson, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 May 2023
The Covid-19 pandemic cratered our delicate balance between needs and wants, forcing communities across the world to rethink or better yet, reconceptualize the meaning of what traits thriving communities possess.
—Rod Berger, Forbes, 2 May 2022
The voices working now to reconceptualize that relationship include not only figures like Tlaib, who comfortably place themselves on the Democratic Party’s left wing, but organizations like J Street, whose advocates are angling to replace Israel hawks in the political mainstream.
—Osita Nwanevu, The New Republic, 24 May 2021
Every year the Crystal Cabin Awards showcase innovative ideas that reconceptualize the airplane cabin experience.
—Francesca Street, CNN, 14 Mar. 2023
Then, as the Victorian era ushered in the rise of official dog breeds, people began to reconceptualize the roles that canines could play in their homes.
—Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 24 Oct. 2022
In the same vein, companies also need to reconceptualize their idea of headquarters.
—Rodger Dean Duncan, Forbes, 20 May 2022
Together, Black Rave Culture produces tracks and DJ sets that reconceptualize and reclaim this legacy, exploring different rhythms, tempos and traditions from across dance music and its diaspora.
—Washington Post, 3 Feb. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reconceptualize
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Known for reimagining desserts as fine art, Grolet’s eggs have become objets d’art for the social media generation—designed to be photographed, admired, and then, eventually, eaten.—
Kate Hardcastle,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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More than 25 years after Lindsay Lohan’s Hallie and Annie first shook hands at summer camp and swapped lives, the beloved 1998 Nancy Meyers film will be reimagined as a new stage play, PEOPLE can exclusively reveal.—
Dave Quinn,
People.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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Inspired by his own Indigenous background and what archaeologists have discovered about Bimbache culinary culture, chef Marcos Tavío has created a fine-dining experience that reenvisions Canarian ingredients and flavors.—
Sarah Souli,
Travel + Leisure,
4 June 2023
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In a remote work model, employers must reenvision the employee experience as a matter of survival.—
Paolo Confino,
Fortune,
23 Nov. 2022
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Across the country, calls went out from activists to rethink the scope and role of the police.—
Christopher S. Warshaw,
The Conversation,
18 Apr. 2025
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Yes, retailers are rethinking their physical store portfolios — but with a more measured and strategic lens.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
18 Apr. 2025
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In The Age of AI, Henry Kissinger argued that AI will redefine the balance of global power, influencing economic structures and diplomatic strategies.—
Mirjana Perkovic,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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Founded on the principle of redefining cost-effective transportation, Slate aims to beat Tesla to the punch with an inexpensive compact electric vehicle for the everyman.—
Eileen Falkenberg-Hull,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Apr. 2025
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After spending more than three decades in prison for the killings of their parents, Erik and Lyle – along with family members, a former prosecutor and an army of online supporters – are determined to have their life sentences reexamined and secure their freedom.—
Elizabeth Wolfe,
CNN Money,
6 Apr. 2025
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Lutnick, in a CNBC interview, said the moves will push countries to reexamine their policies and provide greater market access for U.S. products.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
3 Apr. 2025
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Arkansas' federal delegation has asked President Donald Trump to reconsider the federal government's decisions on major disaster declaration requests in response to severe weather in mid-March.—
Alex Thomas,
Arkansas Online,
27 Apr. 2025
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According to Bourgeois, who has experienced this firsthand in the Michigan housing market, uncertainty over the impact of the tariffs is driving many potential buyers to reconsider purchasing a property this year.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Apr. 2025
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The speed at which today’s technology is changing means that leaders will have to consistently reevaluate and optimize what can best be accomplished by humans, by AI agents, and by humans and AI working together.—
Jeanne Meister,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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What the Latest Science Says About the Tiny Plastic Bits Inside & All Around Us The FDA has not reevaluated the authorization of sucralose in the nearly 30 years since, despite a growing body of research sounding the alarm on the alternative sweetener.—
Carmen Rios,
Flow Space,
23 Apr. 2025
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“Reconceptualize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reconceptualize. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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