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
  • In many cases, Blumenthal’s missives were repeats of his previous requests for information.
    — Ted Johnson, Deadline, 6 Nov. 2026
  • As always, the highest-ranking restaurants on each continent have been given a special mention during tonight's awards—and there are a few repeats from last year.
    — Nathan Tavares, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of repeats
Noun
  • Two celebrities wore different yet equally striking iterations this week, illustrating just how much the model has evolved.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Lace-up iterations from Marni and Prada were particularly covetable, bringing a tougher, more directional attitude to an otherwise ladylike classic.
    — Madeline Fass, Vogue, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of iterations
Noun
  • And replays confirmed Key's improbable interception on the previous play, the turning point in Denver's 26-21 escape from the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, their NFL record-setting 16th consecutive one-score win.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 10 Nov. 2026
  • The game-clock miscue seemed absolute after replays proved one second remained when Notre Dame’s final pass fell incomplete.
    — Tim Reynolds, Chicago Tribune, 18 Oct. 2026
Definition of replays
Noun
  • This series features a lot of internal rhymes and repetitions, often in place of more thoughtful or meaningful explorations of its core ideas.
    — Tasha Robinson, Vulture, 4 Nov. 2026
  • Perform 5 to 10 repetitions of whichever variation is appropriate for you.
    — Dana Santas, CNN Money, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of repetitions
Noun
  • The housing activists are seeking the automatic renewals of leases as a way to protect renters and other measures.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 12 Nov. 2026
  • Making subscriptions and digital contracts easier to cancel, with prompts to remind customers about upcoming automatic renewals and free trial periods coming to an end.
    — Jess Weatherbed, The Verge, 11 Nov. 2026
Definition of renewals
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“Reruns.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reruns. Accessed 14 Nov. 2026.

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