Definition of renditionnext
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as in version
a presentation of an artistic work (as a piece of music) from a particular point of view jazzy renditions of some familiar pop standards

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as in submission
the usually forced yielding of one's person or possessions to the control of another the rendition of the prisoner to the country where the crime was committed

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Recent Examples of rendition This year's rendition may be the biggest test the Razorbacks have faced since the streak began, though, with an upstart Alabama (14-0, 0-1) that has ascended to the SEC's top half over the past three seasons. Ethan Westerman, Arkansas Online, 4 Jan. 2026 What looked at first like a mere rendition now sounds more like an occupation. Graeme Wood, The Atlantic, 3 Jan. 2026 Lopez’s residency not only includes the singer performing live renditions of her most famous songs, but also a string of costumes that elevate her eclectic style. Julia Teti, Footwear News, 31 Dec. 2025 You'll be surrounded by your squad, who will encourage you to cut loose and sing your own rendition and remix of Taylor Swift's songs. Lisa Stardust, Refinery29, 29 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for rendition
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Noun
  • Miller said he’s always emphasized to his players the importance of getting out of their comfort zones and being the best version of themselves possible.
    Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 14 Jan. 2026
  • Arby’s version features slow-roasted beef, gooey Swiss cheese, pickled Giardiniera for a vinegary bite, and savory au jus for dipping.
    Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 13 Jan. 2026
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  • This burger beat out 600,000 fan submissions to get a spot on national menus, according to a press release.
    Sabrina Weiss, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
  • The number of nominees will be proportional to the number of submissions in each genre with at least one nomination for each genre.
    Denise Petski, Deadline, 9 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Today, however, the focus is on a broader interpretation of the spaces around these points.
    Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Jan. 2026
  • Watershed Spa Minneapolis Watershed is a modern interpretation of an ancient communal bathhouse.
    Julia Sayers Gokhale, Midwest Living, 9 Jan. 2026
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  • The last time the Hoosiers were this close to a football championship, people crowded Miami's Flagler Street to celebrate the Japanese surrender in World War II.
    Larry Seward, CBS News, 15 Jan. 2026
  • Far better, Beijing’s thinking goes, to scare Taiwan into surrender with drills and other displays of violence.
    Andy Browne, semafor.com, 15 Jan. 2026

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“Rendition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rendition. Accessed 18 Jan. 2026.

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