reconsideration

Definition of reconsiderationnext
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 Adding to the sagging mood is a broader reconsideration of AI’s returns on investment. Tobias Burns, CNBC, 17 July 2026 The ruling comes several months after Judge Caproni issued a similar holding in a reconsideration motion by the league and the New York Giants, Denver Broncos and Houston Texans. Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 16 July 2026 Public Counsel attorney Mark Rosenbaum, who represented students in the earlier suit, sees a connection between federal pressure and UC’s reconsideration. Jaweed Kaleem, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026 In the order, which formally denied motions for reconsideration filed by both sides following an earlier decision, Moskowitz said the case screams for an out-of-court resolution. Jeff McDonald, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 July 2026 Wise asked the city administrator to go ahead and put the reconsideration on the next meeting agenda. Rachel Royster july 8, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 July 2026 Buttimer’s attorneys have asked for reconsideration of that decision, and a hearing on the matter is set for Thursday. Susan Sarkauskas, Chicago Tribune, 8 July 2026 On direct appeal, the Florida Supreme Court vacated the death sentence and remanded the case for reconsideration over the trial court's handling of aggravating and mitigating factors in the case. Amanda Lee Myers, USA Today, 24 June 2026 The reconsideration comes just five days after the proposal failed in a tie vote. Sarah Horbacewicz, CBS News, 22 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reconsideration
Noun
  • On top of that, Darline Graham faces a review of her eligibility to run for the seat by a state county GOP chairman.
    Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 20 July 2026
  • Rubio, meanwhile, came out of the deal with positive reviews from the pro-Israel crowd, who viewed his silence as disapproving of the concessions made in the deal.
    Joseph Strauss, Sun Sentinel, 20 July 2026
Noun
  • Siri and Kennedy have for years called for a reexamination of the process for seeking compensation for vaccine injuries.
    CNN Money, CNN Money, 16 July 2026
  • However, in a recent court filing, Larimer County District Attorney Gordon McLaughlin's office moved to dismiss the arson charge after a reexamination of the evidence.
    Dillon Thomas, CBS News, 25 June 2026
Noun
  • In retrospect, this sounds like foreshadowing … or at least a good omen.
    Jen Chaney, Vulture, 26 June 2026
  • What created the album’s alchemy is more obvious in retrospect.
    Natalie Weiner, Pitchfork, 19 June 2026
Noun
  • All German chancellors after Angela Merkel have faced rock-bottom approval ratings, capped by Merz’s historic unpopularity, and Merkel herself has faced a damning reappraisal of her tenure after leaving.
    Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 11 July 2026
  • Calling from England, Hughes thinks the critical reappraisal and resuscitation of the movie has gained a bit of momentum — and is in danger of slipping.
    Mark Olsen, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026

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“Reconsideration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reconsideration. Accessed 23 Jul. 2026.

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