as in reconsidering
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 rethinking
As client value shifts toward strategic thinking, creative judgment and real collaboration, agency leaders are rethinking hiring, training, structure and workflow all at once.
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Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
Across Europe, nationalist parties and leaders from France to Hungary are rethinking ties to Trump, wary that his Iran war, trade fights and rhetoric could become a liability at the ballot box.
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Giada Zampano,
Los Angeles Times,
2 July 2026
Companies that act early—by strengthening resilience, investing in capacity, sharpening worker skills, and rethinking supply chains—will be better positioned to capture demand as it shifts.
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Eric Kutcher,
Fortune,
2 July 2026
The mood of the season was very much about rethinking everyday basics—and to inject your wardrobe with a fresh sense of whimsy and personality.
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Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
1 July 2026
Bank of America isn't alone in rethinking its gold view.
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Deena Zaidi,
CNBC,
22 June 2026
Nvidia is fundamentally rethinking the portable PC, treating its new RTX Spark platform not as a traditional gaming silicon upgrade, but as a blueprint for a high-end, on-device AI powerhouse.
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New Atlas,
19 June 2026
But in the decades since, Pickett said, states across the country have been rethinking this approach.
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Rose Evans
updated June 18,
Idaho Statesman,
18 June 2026
The department store is rethinking its approach to luxury, as consumers are now pushing back against a decade of increasingly standardized and ubiquitous products.
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Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
17 June 2026
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
Across Europe, nationalist parties and leaders from France to Hungary are rethinking ties to Trump, wary that his Iran war, trade fights and rhetoric could become a liability at the ballot box.
—
Giada Zampano,
Los Angeles Times,
2 July 2026
Companies that act early—by strengthening resilience, investing in capacity, sharpening worker skills, and rethinking supply chains—will be better positioned to capture demand as it shifts.
—
Eric Kutcher,
Fortune,
2 July 2026
The mood of the season was very much about rethinking everyday basics—and to inject your wardrobe with a fresh sense of whimsy and personality.
—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
1 July 2026
Bank of America isn't alone in rethinking its gold view.
—
Deena Zaidi,
CNBC,
22 June 2026
Nvidia is fundamentally rethinking the portable PC, treating its new RTX Spark platform not as a traditional gaming silicon upgrade, but as a blueprint for a high-end, on-device AI powerhouse.
—
New Atlas,
19 June 2026
But in the decades since, Pickett said, states across the country have been rethinking this approach.
—
Rose Evans
updated June 18,
Idaho Statesman,
18 June 2026
The department store is rethinking its approach to luxury, as consumers are now pushing back against a decade of increasingly standardized and ubiquitous products.
—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
17 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rethinking
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Harry Kane is reportedly reconsidering his Bayern Munich future after FC Barcelona made contact, sparking doubts in his camp.
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But even the wealthiest buyers are reconsidering their purchases, says Jason Gong, the founder of the watch community Complecto.
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Furthermore, distinguish yourself by revisiting past issues with solutions, showcasing continuous growth.
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The 1980s, fortunately, brought with them a feminism committed to revisiting and recovering the literary canon of women writers.
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The former Republican governor didn’t state a reason for the flights on air logs, but Fitzpatrick was able to determine reasons for some trips by reviewing old media advisories and news releases.
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Safety is given to us by intelligence analysts reviewing threats 24 hours a day, by commandos ready to deploy at a moment’s notice, and by leaders who find the courage to make the toughest calls.
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“Rethinking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rethinking. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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