as in alteration
the act, process, or result of making different
the refashioning of the theater will make it more up-to-date and expand the seating capacity
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as in remodeling
to make different in some way
refashioned my old pair of jeans into a cover for my scrapbook
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Recent Examples of refashioning
Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 13 Mar. 2026
Noem’s rise from governor of South Dakota to MAGA political celebrity was also abetted by her own refashioning.
—Mckay Coppins, The Atlantic, 26 Feb. 2026
The refashioning of the site, along with the purchase of the hotels, is expected to cost more than $700 million.
—Madison Iszler, San Antonio Express-News, 10 Feb. 2026
ABC News, 23 Apr. 2026
To what extent should these questions be overlooked if refashioning old movies will introduce them to new audiences?
—Holly Willis, The Conversation, 13 Mar. 2026
And meaningful progress turns out to be much harder than simply refashioning an exhibit or a docent’s spiel.
—Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 6 Feb. 2026
Some are refashioning themselves as community centers for locals who need warmth or free coffee while protesting or patrolling in the sub-freezing weather.
—Megan Sauer, CNBC, 28 Jan. 2026
Like emotional labor, doing this labor of refashioning the body, wardrobe, and overall appearance in order to conform to organizational standards is not necessarily a brand-new aspect of the modern workplace.
—Adia Harvey Wingfield, Forbes.com, 16 Jan. 2026
In the name of protecting the balance of powers, the Court is radically refashioning that balance, claiming for itself the final and exclusive authority not only over which laws stand but over who gets to say what the Constitution means.
—Duncan Hosie, The Atlantic, 13 Jan. 2026
Filming took place in and around the picturesque beachfront resort, with the show’s production designer refashioning interiors to reflect the narrative.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 9 Jan. 2026
Noun
In light of the two women’s historic tension, Camilla’s refashioning of Diana’s necklace was viewed by some royal watchers as a shocking move.
—Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 13 Mar. 2026
Noem’s rise from governor of South Dakota to MAGA political celebrity was also abetted by her own refashioning.
—Mckay Coppins, The Atlantic, 26 Feb. 2026
The refashioning of the site, along with the purchase of the hotels, is expected to cost more than $700 million.
—Madison Iszler, San Antonio Express-News, 10 Feb. 2026
Verb
The project is one more makeover refashioning the nation’s capital to Trump’s liking, following others such as the demolition of the White House's East Wing to make room for a new ballroom.
—ABC News, 23 Apr. 2026
To what extent should these questions be overlooked if refashioning old movies will introduce them to new audiences?
—Holly Willis, The Conversation, 13 Mar. 2026
And meaningful progress turns out to be much harder than simply refashioning an exhibit or a docent’s spiel.
—Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 6 Feb. 2026
Some are refashioning themselves as community centers for locals who need warmth or free coffee while protesting or patrolling in the sub-freezing weather.
—Megan Sauer, CNBC, 28 Jan. 2026
Like emotional labor, doing this labor of refashioning the body, wardrobe, and overall appearance in order to conform to organizational standards is not necessarily a brand-new aspect of the modern workplace.
—Adia Harvey Wingfield, Forbes.com, 16 Jan. 2026
In the name of protecting the balance of powers, the Court is radically refashioning that balance, claiming for itself the final and exclusive authority not only over which laws stand but over who gets to say what the Constitution means.
—Duncan Hosie, The Atlantic, 13 Jan. 2026
Filming took place in and around the picturesque beachfront resort, with the show’s production designer refashioning interiors to reflect the narrative.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 9 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for refashioning
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Many reviewers, including petite shoppers, note that the pants hit at just the right length without needing alterations, and the inseam works well with both flats and heels.—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
4 May 2026
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He was also not included in Villa’s Europa League squad, with the club only allowed to make three alterations ahead of the knockout phase, with January signings Tammy Abraham and Douglas Luiz, plus the return of Leon Bailey, included.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
4 May 2026
Verb
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That same year, Weinstock’s began remodeling its department store.—
Emma Hall,
Sacbee.com,
1 May 2026
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The project includes modifying interior space on the independent-living portion of the property at the basement level, minimal facade changes, new doors and windows, remodeling an existing unit that was abandoned and exterior improvements to site ramps.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Apr. 2026
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The most recent playoff game with at least 25 lead changes came May 2, 2015, when the San Antonio Spurs and Los Angeles Clippers had 31.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
7 May 2026
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Although still early days, the adoption of AI is contributing to changes in the occupational mix; has been directly cited as a reason (or, perhaps, scapegoat) for layoffs; and has shown potential to influence economy-shaping dynamics such as productivity and wages.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
7 May 2026
Verb
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Adjust the timing without changing the goal.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2026
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Having Last Driver be such a vehicular-centric book led him to being open to changing up its reading style and choosing to put it out in a landscape format.—
Borys Kit,
HollywoodReporter,
8 May 2026
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In practice, though, designing a policy that acts wisely on this difference is all but impossible.—
Editorial,
Boston Herald,
10 May 2026
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For Edison, junior Hayden Pham was a difference-maker throughout the match.—
Dan Rios,
Daily News,
10 May 2026
Verb
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Other projects focus on AI agents modifying their own behavior.—
Matthew Hutson,
IEEE Spectrum,
7 May 2026
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This year, students are working on a 2023 Cadillac Lyriq, an all-electric SUV, modifying and improving its performance as part of the multi-year challenge.—
Jamal Goss,
CBS News,
4 May 2026
Verb
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Other players contributed to the efforts, but those two were consistently altering shots.—
Dan Rios,
Daily News,
10 May 2026
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Every day in stores across Florida, thousands of people pull out their wallets and purses to scratch a lottery ticket, hoping for a life-altering prize.—
Jack Jankowski,
The Orlando Sentinel,
9 May 2026
Verb
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Steyer would do this in part by reworking the complicated affordable housing finance system to better use public money and attract more private capital, while finding ways to add housing on public lands.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2026
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California hit back hard by reworking its districts to flip five GOP seats in the deep-blue Golden State.—
Dave Goldiner,
New York Daily News,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Refashioning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refashioning. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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