refitting

present participle of refit

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for refitting
Verb
  • The new editor is also giving the magazine a facelift, redesigning its logo and drawing visual inspiration from its archives.
    Max Tani, semafor.com, 3 Nov. 2025
  • Key changes include redesigning the Stadium Interchange into a diverging diamond and rebuilding the Hawley Road interchange.
    Francesca Pica, jsonline.com, 28 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Kelly Emerson, senior designer at Aidan Design in Silver Spring, Maryland, finds that this reads early 2000s, and Dallen Russell, remodeling advisor at InSite Builders & Remodeling in Bethesda, Maryland, agrees.
    Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 8 Oct. 2025
  • The program, which is estimated to initially cost the brand about $1 billion, involves remodeling more than 1,000 Starbucks locations in the US and Canada over the next year along with closing more than 400 in the last three months.
    Bradley Hohulin, IndyStar, 2 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The habitat-modifying keystone species play a vital role in the region’s ecosystem supporting the health and dispersal of wildlife and other native plants.
    John Leos, AZCentral.com, 23 Oct. 2025
  • The researchers plan to address the light sensitivity issue by modifying how the vitamin interacts with the electrolyte and by improving the engineering of the flow cell itself.
    Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 16 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • This iteration of the Prius addresses the shortcomings of its predecessor, transforming the hatchback into an exciting, fun car that can go the distance on a single tank of gas.
    Charles Singh, USA Today, 7 Nov. 2025
  • Following a successful launch in London, the Invictus Games has continued ever since, welcoming veterans and transforming lives with each cycle.
    Becca Longmire, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • Vietnam is preparing for damaging winds, flooding, heavy rain and storm surges in its central provinces including Danang, Quang Ngai and Dak Lak.
    Helen Regan, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2025
  • Two or three chefs work right in front of you, preparing each dish in the traditional omakase style.
    Aaron Randolph, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • Carol’s book signing before the world-altering event is really a microcosm of what would soon become the macrocosm.
    Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 7 Nov. 2025
  • Adding pumpkin seeds to a smoothie can enhance its nutritional value without significantly altering the flavor.
    Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 7 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • The moniker beaver moon marks the time of year when beavers begin preparing for the winter by fortifying dams and lodges and stocking up on food.
    Gina Park, CNN Money, 5 Nov. 2025
  • Meanwhile, the All’s Fair actress and soon-to-be-attorney has been quietly fortifying her Hidden Hills compound.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 24 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • In a report produced for Wednesday’s meeting, city planning staff list three possible alternatives for reworking the roadway.
    Barbara Henry, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Nov. 2025
  • To avoid raising prices, which could cause customers to flee, Pappas has been forced to get creative, reworking some of his designs.
    Ashley Capoot, CNBC, 25 Oct. 2025
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