as in to reconsider
to consider again especially with the possibility of change or reversal
since my efforts to solve this problem aren't working, I need to rethink my approach
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Recent Examples of rethink
But in recent years, an economic slowdown have made some companies rethink their strategies.
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Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 10 Nov. 2025
As companies rethink identity and reputation in the age of synthetic media, Ahmed said the fundamentals of trust remain unchanged.
—Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Nov. 2025
Flight cancellations are on the rise in the US, forcing many travelers to rethink their plans.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 10 Nov. 2025
If your bookshelves have turned into an eyesore, spend this day rethinking your decor.
—Emily Williams, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Nov. 2025
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Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 10 Nov. 2025
As companies rethink identity and reputation in the age of synthetic media, Ahmed said the fundamentals of trust remain unchanged.
—Adam Mills, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Nov. 2025
Flight cancellations are on the rise in the US, forcing many travelers to rethink their plans.
—Alexandra Banner, CNN Money, 10 Nov. 2025
If your bookshelves have turned into an eyesore, spend this day rethinking your decor.
—Emily Williams, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rethink
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The pace of airline ticket sales for Thanksgiving travel has slowed as more travelers reconsider whether to fly amid all the delays and cancellations.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
11 Nov. 2025
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The House often votes on motions such as whether to adjourn or reconsider legislation before voting to finally approve a contentious bill.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
11 Nov. 2025
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This column revisits some of Rick’s favorite places over the past two decades.—
Rick Steves,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Jan. 2026
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Retailers also think the commission structure should be revisited.—
Kayla Dwyer,
IndyStar,
6 Jan. 2026
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The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Nov. 2025
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The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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“Rethink.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rethink. Accessed 7 Jan. 2026.
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