as in review
a usually critical look at a past event
the discovery of new evidence calls for a reconsideration of the case
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Recent Examples of reconsideration
Hoping Micky Arison at least gives pause for reconsideration.
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Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 2 June 2026
Undoubtedly, these reconsiderations have been a largely positive exercise, foregrounding not only more equitable but more accurate and more engaging histories, and opening gallery and museum doors to previously excluded artists (even if many have suffered with the ups and downs of speculation).
—Katy Siegel, Artforum, 2 June 2026
Of course, the story deepens even further once Mercury stations retrograde on June 29, initiating a period of reflection, revision and reconsideration.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 June 2026
The president in Hungary, though a largely figurehead role, can refer laws back to parliament for reconsideration or forward legislation to the Constitutional Court, potentially slowing or blocking Magyar’s reform agenda.
—CNN Money, 1 June 2026
The Supreme Court’s conservative majority agreed to lift the injunction that had blocked the map’s use and sent the case back to the three-judge panel for reconsideration in light of the Louisiana ruling.
—Mark Sherman, Los Angeles Times, 27 May 2026
That question is driving a quiet reconsideration of how inner work is approached, while creating opportunities for people to engage in ancient or foreign healing practices that drive flexibility, creativity and inner depth that goes beyond the therapy couch.
—Sonia Singh, Rolling Stone, 26 May 2026
In this case, OpenAI’s same general model approach was used, but in an area where the answers weren’t known and the solution target was open to reconsideration.
—Ron Schmelzer, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
The House will hold votes around lunchtime, including possible reconsideration of a war powers resolution limiting strikes in Iran.
—Adam Beam, AJC.com, 20 May 2026
Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 2 June 2026
Undoubtedly, these reconsiderations have been a largely positive exercise, foregrounding not only more equitable but more accurate and more engaging histories, and opening gallery and museum doors to previously excluded artists (even if many have suffered with the ups and downs of speculation).
—Katy Siegel, Artforum, 2 June 2026
Of course, the story deepens even further once Mercury stations retrograde on June 29, initiating a period of reflection, revision and reconsideration.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 June 2026
The president in Hungary, though a largely figurehead role, can refer laws back to parliament for reconsideration or forward legislation to the Constitutional Court, potentially slowing or blocking Magyar’s reform agenda.
—CNN Money, 1 June 2026
The Supreme Court’s conservative majority agreed to lift the injunction that had blocked the map’s use and sent the case back to the three-judge panel for reconsideration in light of the Louisiana ruling.
—Mark Sherman, Los Angeles Times, 27 May 2026
That question is driving a quiet reconsideration of how inner work is approached, while creating opportunities for people to engage in ancient or foreign healing practices that drive flexibility, creativity and inner depth that goes beyond the therapy couch.
—Sonia Singh, Rolling Stone, 26 May 2026
In this case, OpenAI’s same general model approach was used, but in an area where the answers weren’t known and the solution target was open to reconsideration.
—Ron Schmelzer, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
The House will hold votes around lunchtime, including possible reconsideration of a war powers resolution limiting strikes in Iran.
—Adam Beam, AJC.com, 20 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reconsideration
Noun
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The bot can make recommendations based on your past orders and reviews on social media.—
Dave Lozo,
Fortune,
12 June 2026
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Since taking the reins at the RSN in October 2024, Wisnia has done his bit to boost in-game deliveries—the Red Sox closed out last season up 46% in average household ratings—while spearheading an efficiency review that gave way to the relaunch of NESN’s direct-to-consumer service.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
12 June 2026
Noun
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But nothing can derail the success of this extraordinary production, the high watermark so far of Pasadena Playhouse producing artistic director Danny Feldman’s ongoing reexamination of the American musical canon.—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
20 May 2026
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That’s true even for routine reviews without any surprises, but add to that the potential for people to challenge the review and force costly reexamination or even litigation — something that practically anyone who might conceivably be affected by a development can do.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
7 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Risk is assessed in retrospect rather than in real time.—
Joseph Andrew,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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But on the other, this top-down description only works in retrospect, after the film has already presented numerous scenes of Nawal trying to extract information through the exact same conversations about a dozen different times.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
Variety,
8 June 2026
Noun
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Critical to the commission was also that the city review and align its methodology and reappraisal schedule for both residential piers and mooring permits so that both user groups are treated equitably.—
Erika I. Ritchie,
Oc Register,
27 May 2026
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During each year at least 11 of the 100 counties are conducting a county wide reappraisal.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Charlotte Observer,
15 May 2026
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“Reconsideration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reconsideration. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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