as in revisits
to consider again especially with the possibility of change or reversal
learning that he had been adopted forced him to completely redefine his identity
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Recent Examples of redefines
Teen author redefines empowerment Gen Z isn’t waiting for permission to lead, and author and aspiring journalist Kavya Thakrar is proof.
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Magda Liszewska, Oc Register, 2 Mar. 2026
His vertiginous ending, suspended over a romantic abyss, redefines the very notion of an emotional breakdown.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 27 Feb. 2026
That completely redefines the rules of the (football) game.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 6 Feb. 2026
That core concept redefines the design process as an active, ongoing collaboration between algorithmic precision and human intuition, per the partners.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 16 Jan. 2026
With an award-winning restaurant scene, high-end shopping, and a Panorama Trail offering breathtaking views of the Rhine Valley for travelers of all facilities, Baden-Baden is a well-rounded paradise that redefines the spa town experience.
—Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Jan. 2026
This article draws a sharp distinction between operational improvements, which competitors can easily copy and true transformation, which redefines how value is created.
—Peter High, Forbes.com, 31 Dec. 2025
Inspired by the harmony of the natural world and shaped through meticulous Thai craftsmanship, FUNDAO redefines luxury with leather goods that embody transformation, intention, and timeless design.
—Skylar Mitchell, Essence, 10 Dec. 2025
That is, a new halo car that not only is outstanding in its own right, but redefines a whole brand.
—Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 21 Nov. 2025
Magda Liszewska, Oc Register, 2 Mar. 2026
His vertiginous ending, suspended over a romantic abyss, redefines the very notion of an emotional breakdown.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 27 Feb. 2026
That completely redefines the rules of the (football) game.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 6 Feb. 2026
That core concept redefines the design process as an active, ongoing collaboration between algorithmic precision and human intuition, per the partners.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 16 Jan. 2026
With an award-winning restaurant scene, high-end shopping, and a Panorama Trail offering breathtaking views of the Rhine Valley for travelers of all facilities, Baden-Baden is a well-rounded paradise that redefines the spa town experience.
—Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Jan. 2026
This article draws a sharp distinction between operational improvements, which competitors can easily copy and true transformation, which redefines how value is created.
—Peter High, Forbes.com, 31 Dec. 2025
Inspired by the harmony of the natural world and shaped through meticulous Thai craftsmanship, FUNDAO redefines luxury with leather goods that embody transformation, intention, and timeless design.
—Skylar Mitchell, Essence, 10 Dec. 2025
That is, a new halo car that not only is outstanding in its own right, but redefines a whole brand.
—Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 21 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for redefines
Verb
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This column revisits some of Rick’s favorite places over the past two decades.—
Tribune News Service,
Baltimore Sun,
10 Mar. 2026
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Whether the new film revisits that concept or goes in an entirely different direction remains unknown.—
Ryan Brennan,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Orhan produces a haunting meditation on memory and displacement that reconsiders the meaning of liberation.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
2 Mar. 2026
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As the tourney wraps up and he’s visited by the ghost of his mentor Ser Arlan of Pennytree (Danny Webb), Dunk soon reconsiders and decides to take Egg away from the malevolent influence of his Targaryen family.—
Jordan Moreau,
Variety,
23 Feb. 2026
Verb
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An officer then reviews the footage before any ticket is issued.—
Nina Burns,
CBS News,
4 Mar. 2026
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Frank Stibling, Pat Coad, Bob Zajac and Lina Najjar were appointed to the View Assessment Commission, which reviews development applications.—
Luke Harold,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 Mar. 2026
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“Redefines.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/redefines. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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