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reruns

noun

plural of rerun
as in rebroadcasts

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reruns
  1. repeats
  2. iterations
  3. replays
  4. repetitions
  5. renewals
Noun
  • The soliloquy, roughly thirty seconds long, repeats on a loop.
    — Matthew McLean, Artforum, 22 Sep. 2026
  • In recent years, however, between the endless paid-for invites and choreographed step and repeats, going out can feel like clocking into another job.
    — Amy Francombe, Vogue, 22 Sep. 2026
Definition of repeats
Noun
  • This is someone who has seen so many iterations of you, and you of them.
    — Goth Shakira, Los Angeles Times, 18 Sep. 2026
  • It has recently been expanded with more affordable iterations that start around $1,000, such as silk-cord bracelets with a gold and diamond motif.
    — Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of iterations
Noun
  • Highlights and replays are also available on the lottery's YouTube channel.
    — Fernando Cervantes Jr, USA Today, 22 Sep. 2026
  • That was one of several replays on which viewers got an inside look.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of replays
Noun
  • The story’s language is incantatory, with repetitions that echo the passing scenery.
    — Anna Mebel, JSTOR Daily, 17 Sep. 2026
  • When 20 repetitions feel easy, switch to a band with greater resistance.
    — Gretchen Reynolds, Washington Post, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of repetitions
Noun
  • Myanmar citizens living abroad are less likely to be openly critical on social media or attend fundraisers and demonstrations that could be monitored out of fear of having future passport renewals rejected.
    — Andrew Nachemson, The Dial, 22 Sep. 2026
  • The gift of jewelry can commemorate the moments that happen all year long, from anniversaries and vow renewals to birthdays, new beginnings and other major milestones.
    — Casey DelBasso, ABC News, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of renewals
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“Reruns.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reruns. Accessed 26 Sep. 2026.

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