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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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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The company has steadily added AI features to the product, including a new live-translation mode introduced last year.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
18 Feb. 2026 -
The casting of Wang Yibo was central to that translation.—
Yiling Pan,
Vogue,
17 Feb. 2026
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By controlling edge recombination through passivation, these wafers can maintain strong carrier collection and high efficiency, translating their theoretical advantages into practical, high-performing solar cells.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Feb. 2026
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Her priorities will include deeper engagement with members and partners, operational excellence and translating sustainability commitments into measurable outcomes.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Rephrasing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rephrasing. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
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