as in reconsidering
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 redefining
By using drones to interdict supply lines from a distance, Ukrainian forces can impose the effects of a siege without physically encircling a city, redefining how an opponent can be isolated in modern warfare.
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Vikram Mittal, Forbes.com, 14 May 2026
From the start, Good Omens has been about redefining the notions of good and evil by exploring the common ground between the forces of light and darkness, a process brought full circle by the unexpectedly chummy rapport God and Satan fall into.
—Keith Phipps, Vulture, 13 May 2026
The key to reestablishing the constitutional role of Congress in the decision to go to war is redefining the point at which presidential notification of an intention to engage in a military action is required.
—James Cramer, Baltimore Sun, 11 May 2026
In addition to being a television and movie star, Moore, who died in January 2017 at the age of 80, was also an advocate for redefining how women were seen in the entertainment industry.
—Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 10 May 2026
The ’70s was about redefining our way of living in the world, and the world connecting to other humans, and to animals and plants.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 8 May 2026
The modus operandi here is thoughtful service without pretense, and that extends to a new generation of restaurateurs who are increasingly redefining what Milwaukee food can be, while honoring the traditions that shaped them.
—Lori Fredrich, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
For the Haeg family, part of their healing is redefining hope not as a feeling but as a choice.
—Derek James, CBS News, 5 May 2026
Beyoncé redefining the naked dress with intention, Princess Diana in Dior by John Galliano, effortless and eternal.
—Alex Badia, Footwear News, 4 May 2026
Vikram Mittal, Forbes.com, 14 May 2026
From the start, Good Omens has been about redefining the notions of good and evil by exploring the common ground between the forces of light and darkness, a process brought full circle by the unexpectedly chummy rapport God and Satan fall into.
—Keith Phipps, Vulture, 13 May 2026
The key to reestablishing the constitutional role of Congress in the decision to go to war is redefining the point at which presidential notification of an intention to engage in a military action is required.
—James Cramer, Baltimore Sun, 11 May 2026
In addition to being a television and movie star, Moore, who died in January 2017 at the age of 80, was also an advocate for redefining how women were seen in the entertainment industry.
—Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 10 May 2026
The ’70s was about redefining our way of living in the world, and the world connecting to other humans, and to animals and plants.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 8 May 2026
The modus operandi here is thoughtful service without pretense, and that extends to a new generation of restaurateurs who are increasingly redefining what Milwaukee food can be, while honoring the traditions that shaped them.
—Lori Fredrich, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
For the Haeg family, part of their healing is redefining hope not as a feeling but as a choice.
—Derek James, CBS News, 5 May 2026
Beyoncé redefining the naked dress with intention, Princess Diana in Dior by John Galliano, effortless and eternal.
—Alex Badia, Footwear News, 4 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for redefining
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The Democratic governors of Hawaii, New Mexico and Oregon who at first said no to the program are now also reportedly reconsidering.—
Cayla Bamberger,
New York Daily News,
8 May 2026
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As a result, many are reconsidering their career paths.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 Apr. 2026
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Spending with intention, saving automatically, investing consistently, and revisiting decisions over time can provide confidence, clarity, and direction.—
Bruce Helmer,
Twin Cities,
9 May 2026
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Culinary experiences banking on fresh local ingredients and revisiting traditional Sardinian cuisine add to the holistic well-being ambitions of the retreat, which last year also unveiled a remodeling of five of its suites overlooking the sea or garden patio.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
8 May 2026
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Kelce shared a carousel of mouthwatering snapshots of the shop's doughnuts, along with videos of him reviewing them while interacting with Bulloch and customers.—
Chiara Kim,
PEOPLE,
13 May 2026
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Healey said reviewing the documents will not be completed before the two-day nominating convention opens Friday at Mohegan Sun but soon after, Healey said.—
Mark Pazniokas,
Hartford Courant,
13 May 2026
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“Redefining.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/redefining. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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