remodel

verb

(ˌ)rē-ˈmä-dᵊl How to pronounce remodel (audio)
Definition of remodelnext
as in to modify
to make different in some way we completely remodeled the house right after we moved in

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Recent Examples of remodel The Leading Explanation For An Adam’s Apple Why testosterone would remodel the throat at all is the more interesting question, and the leading explanation is a matter of acoustics. — Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026 This remodeled 1905 home sits in historic downtown with a wraparound porch and elder trees on the property. — Korrin Bishop, Southern Living, 1 July 2026 Ellis said the company has remodeled more than 115 restaurants and new restaurant openings are to come, including 25 locations in development across the country. — Saleen Martin, USA Today, 26 June 2026 Work ranged from repairing the roof and updating the heating and ventilation systems to remodeling the community workspaces and adding new study pods. — Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for remodel
Recent Examples of Synonyms for remodel
  1. modify
  2. change
  3. alter
  4. rework
  5. transform
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  • That can lead them to feel pressure to build new roads, modify their land-use ordinances and approve requests from companies wishing to build within their boundaries.
    — Laura Mullenbach, Fortune, 14 July 2026
  • There’s also a distinction between the impact of blocking the transaction altogether and only modifying the merger as part of a settlement, and that’s where things could get interesting.
    — Brian Welk, IndieWire, 14 July 2026
Definition of modify
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  • Chishti said the rulings signify that future presidents could continue to change immigration policies at their discretion.
    — Andrea Castillo, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
  • True, nothing so grand as a massive dragon and naval battle took place, but seeing Rhaenyra start to change into someone almost unrecognizable from her younger, more innocent self was compelling in a deeper way.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 6 July 2026
Definition of change
Verb
  • Individuals disclose details incrementally, carefully assessing how others will react, as such revelations can significantly alter perceptions of their competence and professionalism.
    — Benjamin Laker, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
  • Themes return altered by what has happened to them, darkened or brightened, fragmented or reconciled.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 10 July 2026
Definition of alter
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  • Most of the works are adaptations of existing pieces rather than new commissions, though Devlin’s contribution, Screenshare (2025), was reworked specifically for NMACC.
    — Harrison Jacobs, ARTnews.com, 14 July 2026
  • That front bumper is reworked with red accents, and there are dashes of carbon fiber everywhere.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 11 July 2026
Definition of rework
Verb
  • While analysts focused on softer net interest income, Cramer said CEO Charlie Scharf is successfully transforming the bank into a more diversified firm with stronger investment banking and advisory businesses.
    — Alexa LoMonaco, CNBC, 16 July 2026
  • Per the official logline, Season 2 expands the world beyond Sherwood and Nottingham into the treacherous courts of England, France, and Rome, transforming the outlaw rebellion into a high stakes battle for the soul of a kingdom.
    — Denise Petski, Deadline, 16 July 2026
Definition of transform

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