reconversion

noun

Definition of reconversionnext
as in reconstruction
the act, process, or result of changing again The planning board has laid out a proposal for the reconversion of the converted paper mills.

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Recent Examples of reconversion Yet the reconversion into a mosque preserved much of the Crusader church, and the majority of the nave and the western portal were still visible in modern times. — Stephennie Mulder, The Conversation, 17 Jan. 2024 Maenza and Haider met for the first time in person at a reception following an ecumenical prayer service lamenting the reconversion of the Hagia Sophia into a mosque. — Kathryn Jean Lopez, National Review, 19 July 2021 Today and for 40 years the ancient quarries have known an artistic reconversion. — Cécilia Pelloux, Forbes, 7 May 2021 In Erdogan's view, questioning the reconversion of Hagia Sophia was an attack on Turkish sovereignty. — Nick Danforth, Foreign Affairs, 31 July 2020
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reconversion
  1. reconstruction
  2. redesign
  3. overhaul
  4. reformation
  5. modification
Noun
  • Ultimately, the film became an act of reconstruction – a way to reconnect with a country many had lost and to explore identity through cinema.
    — Anna Marie de la Fuente, Variety, 11 July 2026
  • And eventual post-war reconstruction efforts will further add to the emissions.
    — Sarah Yerkes, Time, 10 July 2026
Definition of reconstruction
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  • Beyond the physical redesign, the organizers see the new presentation model as a philosophical shift.
    — Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 14 July 2026
  • Meredith Binder, the company’s chief product officer and CMO, cited supplier fatigue as a driving force behind the redesign, noting that when organizations offer clear, repeatable workflows, participation rises and so does data quality.
    — Arthur Zackiewicz, Footwear News, 14 July 2026
Definition of redesign
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  • He’s been dealt the difficult hand of overseeing a roster overhaul and the team’s temporary relocation to West Sacramento expected to run through next season, with his pitching staff struggling to be effective in the band-box of Sutter Health Park.
    — Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 16 July 2026
  • Faster reporting should also reduce the time engines spend inside overhaul shops.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 15 July 2026
Definition of overhaul
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  • Years after his dad’s reformation, Jonah sits on a bench at the Broncos’ practice facility in Dove Valley, gazing out at the green expanse of his future.
    — Luca Evans, Denver Post, 21 June 2026
  • In addition to scarf tops, asymmetrical hems are having a moment, which is exactly how this Reformation set ended up on the list.
    — Morgan Evans, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 May 2026
Definition of reformation
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  • The company designed it for installation on existing military vehicles and forward operating positions without requiring extensive modifications to core platform systems.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 16 July 2026
  • The Implementing Act update introduces operational modifications by member states and industry stakeholders that include simplified declarations for micro and small primary operators.
    — Jennifer Bringle, Footwear News, 16 July 2026
Definition of modification

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“Reconversion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reconversion. Accessed 18 Jul. 2026.

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