as in to remove
to change the place or position of
she repositioned the wood before taking another swing with the ax
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Recent Examples of reposition
Four-way lens shift means that the image can be repositioned without moving the unit, with keystone adjustment adding to a relatively painless setup process.
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New Atlas, 11 Apr. 2025
The comedian, who more recently has repositioned himself as a social commentator, has previously denied the allegations.
—Eve Brennan, CNN Money, 4 Apr. 2025
The company is focused on reducing inventory supply and repositioning its digital platforms as part of its strategic initiatives to drive long-term growth.
—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 3 Apr. 2025
By combining a modern product mindset with a pragmatic approach to AI and strong partner engagement, the company is repositioning itself for continued growth and innovation in a rapidly evolving mobility landscape.
—Peter High, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
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New Atlas, 11 Apr. 2025
The comedian, who more recently has repositioned himself as a social commentator, has previously denied the allegations.
—Eve Brennan, CNN Money, 4 Apr. 2025
The company is focused on reducing inventory supply and repositioning its digital platforms as part of its strategic initiatives to drive long-term growth.
—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 3 Apr. 2025
By combining a modern product mindset with a pragmatic approach to AI and strong partner engagement, the company is repositioning itself for continued growth and innovation in a rapidly evolving mobility landscape.
—Peter High, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reposition
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Walmart has removed self checkout machines in some locations, including in Shrewbury, Missouri and Cleveland.—
Betty Lin-Fisher,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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Plug aerators remove uniform pieces of soil with hollow tines.—
Kate Puhala,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 May 2025
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As for what will happen to the rides and attractions, the company told PEOPLE nothing is finalized and relocating or selling to other operators are options.—
Katie Nadworny,
Travel + Leisure,
16 May 2025
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Fitting rooms have been relocated to what had previously been back-office space to allow the selling space to be expanded.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
15 May 2025
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Among girls' names, Mia moves into the top 5, knocking out Sophia, which was the No. 1 name for girls from 2011-2013 and had been in the top 5 every year from 2009 except for 2021.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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Henry moved up two spots from 2023, while Mateo and Elijah moved down.—
Anna Halkidis,
Parents,
9 May 2025
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After a cold open that introduced the concept of spores—particles expelled into the air by infected in the last stage of their life cycle that can transfer to anyone who breathes them in—the closing minutes saw Ellie finally hunt down a member of Abby's entourage, Nora (Tati Gabrielle).—
Megan McCluskey,
Time,
12 May 2025
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The suspect in the deadly shooting on the Florida State University campus last month was released from the hospital Monday and transferred to a detention facility, according to the Leon County Sheriff’s Office.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 May 2025
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Parents and older Americans face work requirements for food assistance House Republicans are looking to shift some of the costs of the Supplemental Nutrition and Assistance Program, known as SNAP, to the states.—
Kevin Freking,
Chicago Tribune,
16 May 2025
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Money could potentially be shifted from other agencies such as the Federal Emergency Management Agency or Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
15 May 2025
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“Reposition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reposition. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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