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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
However, reconstructing their bond proved to be a challenge, as emotions from the past are difficult to capture through archaeological methods.
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Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 23 May 2026
Studios of that era didn’t track it, the data was never compiled, and reconstructing the precise composition of a 1930s production team is mostly guesswork.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 17 May 2026
This is likely because surviving injury would have mattered more than perfectly reconstructing tissue months later.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
In the days following the horrific discovery of Janet Walsh's lifeless body, rookie investigator Andy Gall reached for leads in every possible direction, reconstructing Janet's final hours.
—Peter Van Sant, CBS News, 14 May 2026
For me, reconstructing memories from that time in my life was a tremendous challenge.
—Literary Hub, 7 May 2026
The dust has officially settled from the NFL draft, as the Dallas Cowboys have put in the bulk of their offseason work on reconstructing a porous defense from 2025 that ranked 30th in yards allowed and last in points allowed.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Apr. 2026
Diet shapes destiny The dietary changes in the East African Rift Valley over the past 4 million years, documented through tooth enamel, are providing important clues for reconstructing the environment in which humans’ ancestors lived and how those environments changed.
—Zelalem Bedaso, The Conversation, 17 Apr. 2026
Understanding these building blocks is key to reconstructing how the universe evolved from the fiery hot plasma that permeated space after the Big Bang to the structured web of galaxies observed today.
—Mariangela Lisanti, Twin Cities, 27 Mar. 2026
Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 23 May 2026
Studios of that era didn’t track it, the data was never compiled, and reconstructing the precise composition of a 1930s production team is mostly guesswork.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 17 May 2026
This is likely because surviving injury would have mattered more than perfectly reconstructing tissue months later.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
In the days following the horrific discovery of Janet Walsh's lifeless body, rookie investigator Andy Gall reached for leads in every possible direction, reconstructing Janet's final hours.
—Peter Van Sant, CBS News, 14 May 2026
For me, reconstructing memories from that time in my life was a tremendous challenge.
—Literary Hub, 7 May 2026
The dust has officially settled from the NFL draft, as the Dallas Cowboys have put in the bulk of their offseason work on reconstructing a porous defense from 2025 that ranked 30th in yards allowed and last in points allowed.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Apr. 2026
Diet shapes destiny The dietary changes in the East African Rift Valley over the past 4 million years, documented through tooth enamel, are providing important clues for reconstructing the environment in which humans’ ancestors lived and how those environments changed.
—Zelalem Bedaso, The Conversation, 17 Apr. 2026
Understanding these building blocks is key to reconstructing how the universe evolved from the fiery hot plasma that permeated space after the Big Bang to the structured web of galaxies observed today.
—Mariangela Lisanti, Twin Cities, 27 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reconstructing
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Many people leave treatment committed to rebuilding their lives — but without stable housing, transportation, employment or reliable support systems.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
24 May 2026
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None of those teams are rebuilding.—
Spencer Nusbaum,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
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Building on that goal, researchers in Shanghai used human pluripotent stem cells to create a three-dimensional sinoatrial node organoid by recreating signals normally seen during early embryo development.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
23 May 2026
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It's specified that shade coverings may not exceed 8'x8'x6', so as not to interfere with lifeguards' sight of the water out of safety concerns for those recreating in the ocean.—
Julie Sharp,
CBS News,
20 May 2026
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Indonesia is overhauling its trade policies for key commodities in a sudden move that some experts liken to a hostile takeover of major industries in the resource-rich nation, with global implications.—
Edna Tarigan,
Fortune,
26 May 2026
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The crash comes at a time when Independence is overhauling its vehicle and foot pursuit policy after an audit found officers often launched high-speed chases in residential areas, sometimes for minor violations.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
19 May 2026
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As luxury trade shows continue to evolve in an increasingly global and digitally connected market, the Couture Show is refining — rather than radically reinventing — its formula for 2026.—
Thomas Waller,
Footwear News,
27 May 2026
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In an environment where people are unsure where to start, change management is the critical foundation for envisioning new operating models and reinventing business processes.—
Peter Fitzgibbon,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
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That means repairing seawalls and bolstering shorelines, restoring wetlands, improving stormwater management and drainage, ensuring clean lakes, hardening infrastructure, and keeping homes and roadways out of the water.—
Anna V. Eskamani,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 May 2026
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It is also intended to support rehabilitation, repairing harm to the community and those directly impacted by the offender’s action, and reinforcing community norms and values.—
DP Opinion,
Denver Post,
23 May 2026
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Researchers have searched for repeating structures within it, such as identical circular arrangements that would indicate a compact universe.—
Manon Bischoff,
Scientific American,
23 May 2026
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Writing for The Motley Fool, Geoffrey Seiler was disappointed that Abel appeared to be repeating Buffett's mistakes.—
Alex Crippen,
CNBC,
23 May 2026
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Rethinking Wellness, Rethinking Retirement While Vista ushers in a new era for Vi at Aventura, a commitment to staying on the forefront of aging well — and reimagining what senior living can be — has always been at the heart of the community.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
28 May 2026
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The style was finished with a slingback strap and a 105 mm glossy curved heel reimagining the brand’s signature Horn Heel.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
28 May 2026
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The district attorney’s office is reviewing the case and will announce whether an additional murder charge will be filed at Butler’s June 3 court hearing, according to an office spokesperson.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
27 May 2026
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The position’s chief responsibility will be reviewing and determining eligibility for CIF-SS athletes.—
Steve Fryer,
Oc Register,
27 May 2026
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“Reconstructing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reconstructing. Accessed 30 May. 2026.
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