rephrasing 1 of 2

as in translation
an instance of expressing something in different words a more polite rephrasing of your request might get better results

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rephrasing

2 of 2

verb

present participle of rephrase
as in translating
to express something (as a text or statement) in different words I don't understand what you're asking—could you rephrase your question?

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Noun
  • The AirPods Pro 3 boast new AI-powered features such as hearing protection, live language translation, heart rate monitoring, and fitness tracking, making these buds smarter than ever.
    K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 24 June 2026
  • However, his lack of strength, questionable frame and lack of true explosiveness create several questions about his translation to the next level, along with his inability to merge offensive and defensive value in the same season.
    John Hollinger, New York Times, 24 June 2026
Verb
  • What was your goal in translating The Odyssey and The Iliad?
    Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 23 June 2026
  • Disciplined organizations are translating AI investments into trust, operational excellence and measurable business impact.
    Rajesh Gharpure, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026
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“Rephrasing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rephrasing. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.

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