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.
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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.
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Madison Iszler,
San Antonio Express-News,
10 Feb. 2026
Diana Tsui,
Footwear News,
16 June 2026
Three-and-a-half years after buying the former Veterans Affairs hospital, GM Development has begun refashioning it into apartments.
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Thomas Gounley,
Denver Post,
20 May 2026
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.
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ABC News,
23 Apr. 2026
To what extent should these questions be overlooked if refashioning old movies will introduce them to new audiences?
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Duncan Hosie,
The Atlantic,
13 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.
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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
From there, Chiro takes them apart, refashioning them in a manner that feels authentic and stylish.
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Diana Tsui,
Footwear News,
16 June 2026
Three-and-a-half years after buying the former Veterans Affairs hospital, GM Development has begun refashioning it into apartments.
—
Thomas Gounley,
Denver Post,
20 May 2026
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for refashioning
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The Fish and Wildlife Service says habitat alteration has reduced its range and abundance, because the butterflies need specific food plants and places to live and grow during critical stages of their life cycle.
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This data can be helpful in tracking changes in body composition due to alterations in patient diet, exercise level, or drug treatments.
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Work ranged from repairing the roof and updating the heating and ventilation systems to remodeling the community workspaces and adding new study pods.
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During the transition period, all YMCA programs will continue while the church fundraises and plans remodeling.
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But that requires several changes to state law and the Colorado Constitution requires ballot measures address only one subject.
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Consider rearranging a corner of your home, because practical changes can lift your mood and productivity.
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The reason is that the administration has shrunk the requirements for reports of immunization from states, changing the reports from mandated to voluntary.
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One is mainly about efficiency, while the other is about changing outcomes.
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There may be some differences between the audio and the text.
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Heavy Cream The biggest difference between half-and-half and heavy cream is the amount of fat.
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The report’s authors recommend modifying the fence sections so that there is a large animal jump at least every 1,000 feet, along with ground openings for small mammals every 500 feet.
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The companies are also modifying the electrical characteristics of the devices in other ways.
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Pulling the data off a hard drive or USB drive without altering files or metadata like timestamps also takes skill, Ries says.
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Artificial intelligence is fundamentally altering America's economic geography, enabling businesses to operate globally while reducing reliance on traditional urban hubs.
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The redesign also tackled some of the home’s quirkier elements, including low ceilings and uneven floors, while reworking the layout for modern living.
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Call it a Sporty Spice revival—fashion insiders are reworking them into a key seasonal staple.
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