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as in rebuilding
to build (something) again after it has been damaged or destroyed
After the fire they had to completely reconstruct the building from the ground up.
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as in re-creating
to find out and describe or show the way something (such as an event or series of events) happened
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Recent Examples of reconstructing
Government investigators relied heavily on that footage in reconstructing the timeline of events.
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Daniel Ruetenik, CBS News, 5 Feb. 2026
Reading and reconstructing these signals is exactly what Revoice is intended to do.
—Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 21 Jan. 2026
The project involves reconstructing 350 linear feet of boardwalk from Coffee Creek Park to Lois Lane.
—Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 14 Jan. 2026
Since 2014, the Russian military has opened several military bases in the Arctic and worked on reconstructing airfields.
—Danica Kirka, Los Angeles Times, 6 Jan. 2026
Computational algorithms then synchronize the data afterward, reconstructing a single, coherent image.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 23 Dec. 2025
The agency, Patel said, is working with local officials to investigate images and videos related to the incident, including by reconstructing the shooting scene.
—Eryn Dion, USA Today, 14 Dec. 2025
Major repairs, like reconstructing a gaping hole, can cost as much as an F257 Sutton—the company’s $113-ish compact wallet.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 11 Dec. 2025
That includes knocking out the porch windows, removing most of the kitchen appliances, and reconstructing the furniture pieces.
—Francesca Pica, jsonline.com, 9 Dec. 2025
Daniel Ruetenik, CBS News, 5 Feb. 2026
Reading and reconstructing these signals is exactly what Revoice is intended to do.
—Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 21 Jan. 2026
The project involves reconstructing 350 linear feet of boardwalk from Coffee Creek Park to Lois Lane.
—Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 14 Jan. 2026
Since 2014, the Russian military has opened several military bases in the Arctic and worked on reconstructing airfields.
—Danica Kirka, Los Angeles Times, 6 Jan. 2026
Computational algorithms then synchronize the data afterward, reconstructing a single, coherent image.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 23 Dec. 2025
The agency, Patel said, is working with local officials to investigate images and videos related to the incident, including by reconstructing the shooting scene.
—Eryn Dion, USA Today, 14 Dec. 2025
Major repairs, like reconstructing a gaping hole, can cost as much as an F257 Sutton—the company’s $113-ish compact wallet.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 11 Dec. 2025
That includes knocking out the porch windows, removing most of the kitchen appliances, and reconstructing the furniture pieces.
—Francesca Pica, jsonline.com, 9 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reconstructing
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On a rebuilding team, coming off a 119-loss season, Karros is intent on being part of the turnaround by playing 24-karat defense at the hot corner and becoming an offensive force — starting this season.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
21 Feb. 2026
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The strikes escalate tensions despite a ceasefire as Israel accuses Hezbollah of rebuilding military capabilities in the region.—
Fadi Tawil,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Feb. 2026
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And Dent learned of Edney’s legendary shot, recreating it in his own authentic way.—
Aaron Heisen,
Daily News,
22 Feb. 2026
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Since the start of 2026, social media has been full of content creators recreating looks from the time.—
Taylor Ardrey,
USA Today,
21 Feb. 2026
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Latz had become familiar with the specialist while at LSU with the intent of overhauling his diet for peak performance.—
Evan Grant,
Dallas Morning News,
24 Feb. 2026
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Technologies, a defense contractor, is overhauling and upgrading it.—
George Petras,
USA Today,
19 Feb. 2026
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Time and again, memoirists reveal how movement—crossing borders, traversing cities, changing addresses—was fundamental to the process of reinventing their identities and their life circumstances.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 Feb. 2026
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Yet here and there, in communities across the country, newspapers are reinventing themselves.—
Dan Kennedy,
The Conversation,
10 Feb. 2026
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Advertisement In hopes of repairing his reputation, Reggie hires an Oscar-winning filmmaker, Daniel Radcliffe’s Arthur Tobin, to direct a flattering doc about him.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
20 Feb. 2026
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Protein is essential for building and repairing muscles, keeping you full, and supporting overall health.—
Brianna Tobritzhofer,
Health,
20 Feb. 2026
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To pull this off, Van Noy recommends repeating colors found in your mural around the rest of your space.—
Marisa Suzanne Martin,
The Spruce,
20 Feb. 2026
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There’s no need to hunt through menus or remember how to set repeating events.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
20 Feb. 2026
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Cheuk’s brand explores creativity and actively seeks out earth-caring design solutions through reimagining design and creating sustainable fashion.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
18 Feb. 2026
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And with writer-director Maggie Gyllenhaal’s $80 million punk-rock art-house Bride of Frankenstein reimagining The Bride!—
Chris Lee,
Vulture,
17 Feb. 2026
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Nevada County Sheriff Shannan Moon said during a press conference on Wednesday that officials are reviewing the company’s decision to approve the expedition after forecasts warned of extreme conditions.—
Noe Padilla,
USA Today,
18 Feb. 2026
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Cops were reviewing the surveillance footage in an attempt to figure out how the shooting unfolded and identify the killer.—
Kerry Burke,
New York Daily News,
18 Feb. 2026
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“Reconstructing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reconstructing. Accessed 25 Feb. 2026.
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