1
as in to reiterate
to say or state again
I repeated the address over and over until I had it memorized
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
3
as in repetition
the act of saying or doing over again
if we don't want a repeat of last year's disastrous celebration, we had better do some more planning
Synonyms & Similar Words
as in persistent
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of repeat
Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 13 May 2025
Bamba couldn’t help but feel that certain aspects of that history were now repeating themselves.
—Christopher Clark, The Dial, 13 May 2025
Jared Weiss, New York Times, 8 May 2025
Curry might need somewhere near a repeat for the Warriors to save this series and season in Houston.
—The Athletic Nba Staff, New York Times, 3 May 2025
Bill Plunkett, Orange County Register, 20 Jan. 2025
The calendar has flipped and the construction remains ongoing for the Los Angeles Dodgers, from the cranes looming over their multimillion-dollar renovations at Dodger Stadium to bolstering a roster seeking to be the first repeat World Series champions since the turn of the century.
—Fabian Ardaya, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for repeat
Verb
The evolution across a century of which each family member considers to be home during their respective teen years is threaded by uncanny parallelisms that lead to the question: Can memories can be inherited, repeated, and ultimately, relived?
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 13 May 2025
Bamba couldn’t help but feel that certain aspects of that history were now repeating themselves.
—Christopher Clark, The Dial, 13 May 2025
Noun
But look at the grand scheme of things to find a historically expensive roster in a league in which every repeat champion has had multiple Hall of Famers.
—Jared Weiss, New York Times, 8 May 2025
Curry might need somewhere near a repeat for the Warriors to save this series and season in Houston.
—The Athletic Nba Staff, New York Times, 3 May 2025
Adjective
The Dodgers are trying to become the first repeat World Series champion since the Yankees won three in a row from 1998 to 2000.
—Bill Plunkett, Orange County Register, 20 Jan. 2025
The calendar has flipped and the construction remains ongoing for the Los Angeles Dodgers, from the cranes looming over their multimillion-dollar renovations at Dodger Stadium to bolstering a roster seeking to be the first repeat World Series champions since the turn of the century.
—Fabian Ardaya, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for repeat
Recent Examples of Synonyms for repeat
Verb
-
When an employee referenced that a petition to maintain hybrid work options had garnered over a thousand signatures, Dimon reiterated return to office was there to stay, and that workers who did not like it could pursue employment elsewhere.—
Adia Harvey Wingfield,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
-
Amy Reinhard, Netflix’s president of advertising, kicked off a one-ish hour spiel by reiterating that point — albeit with some new data to share.—
Mikey O'Connell,
HollywoodReporter,
14 May 2025
Verb
-
In fact, many frequent fliers can’t recite the reasons behind the rule, and others have forgotten to turn it on.—
Katie Jackson,
Travel + Leisure,
12 May 2025
-
It is typically recited by popes, but was sung by Pope Leo.—
Sarah Ventre,
NPR,
11 May 2025
Verb
-
Jazmin Delgado, the victim’s cousin, echoed those words in an interview with KABC-TV.—
Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2025
-
That’s not the only way Leo XIV echoed the voice of his predecessor, Like the late Pope Francis, Leo has also been a strong supporter of the need to confront the threats of climate change.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
10 May 2025
Verb
-
Technically, what Teal replicates is an in-office HPV test—but because a large body of research has found that HPV testing is generally more effective at preventing cervical cancer than Pap smears, the screening recommendations for most people already emphasize the former.—
Erica Sloan,
SELF,
9 May 2025
-
According to the analysts, AI cannot replicate managing teams and handling customer relationships that require emotional intelligence and decision-making. 10.—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
Noun
-
Thoughtful repetition and use of neutrals keep his rooms calm and inviting.—
Eleni N. Gage,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 May 2025
-
For example, some parents may wonder if these behaviors are related to things like stimming (repetitive movement or sounds), echolalia (meaningless repetition of words), or self-regulation behaviors.—
Wendy Wisner,
Parents,
12 May 2025
Adjective
-
Yet Sobule recognized the persistent sexism that followed her and her peers onto television and the covers of magazines.—
Mikael Wood,
Los Angeles Times,
2 May 2025
-
Primates can be persistent, but have more trouble synchronizing their movements.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
1 May 2025
Verb
-
Her ethos chimes with Guerlain’s commitment to protect nature since its start.—
Jennifer Weil,
Footwear News,
15 May 2025
-
Why Beyoncé Likely Skipped the 2025 Met Gala SZA then chimed into the conversation.—
Jack Irvin,
People.com,
6 May 2025
Verb
-
The best professionals won’t be the ones who memorize the most or respond the fastest.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
3 May 2025
-
Plus, Babbel isn’t just about memorizing new words with flashcards.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
29 Apr. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Repeat.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/repeat. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share