Definition of replaynext
as in repeat
the act of saying or doing over again this conversation feels like a replay of the last time we hashed over the subject

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Recent Examples of replay Without the use of video replays, its unlikely any of those calls would have been made and the World Cup quarterfinals would probably look quite different. Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2026 The league also will implant contact-sensing computer chips in each basketball to aid officials with out-of-bounds replays. Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 9 July 2026 While slow-motion replays appeared to show a decent case for a penalty, the referee ruled play on and a quick check by the video assistant referee confirmed the on-field decision. Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 7 July 2026 Ward’s primary responsibilities were assisting coach Ryan Warsofsky and video coach Nick Gialdini in statistical analysis and operating the replay system for reviews and challenges during the game. Curtis Pashelka, Mercury News, 7 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for replay
Recent Examples of Synonyms for replay
Noun
  • Customers who find the brand in-store move into the direct channel, where loyalty programs, email and repeat-purchase data deepen the relationship.
    Christopher Yang, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
  • The championship dethroned Argentina, which was trying to become the first repeat champion since Brazil in 1962.
    Andrew Greif, NBC news, 19 July 2026
Noun
  • His 45- to 60-minute workouts combine high-repetition weight training with hundreds of core exercises designed to maintain strength, mobility and muscle tone while avoiding unnecessary bulk.
    Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 15 July 2026
  • The scene comes right after Odysseus’ encounter with the Cyclops, another enormous man-eating creature, and Nolan wanted to avoid the repetition.
    Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 14 July 2026

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“Replay.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/replay. Accessed 23 Jul. 2026.

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