1
as in to modify
to make different in some way
with the snow, we'll need to revise our travel plans
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2
as in to edit
to prepare for publication by correcting, rewriting, or updating
revise the article and add more up-to-date information so we can reprint it
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as in change
the act, process, or result of making different
that paper needs one more revise, and then I think it's ready to turn in
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Recent Examples of revise
Frederik Pleitgen, CNN Money, 23 May 2025
In light of such concerns, the applicant team and homeowners agreed to revisit the plans and assess whether the project could be revised to one story.
—Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 May 2025
Dallas News, 3 May 2022
Released in 1927, the Al Jolson classic launched the era of talkies, an epic transformation requiring studios to remodel stages for sound, revise set protocols for cast and crew and reassess what sort of material worked best with the new technology.
—Jordan Riefe, Los Angeles Times, 27 Dec. 2022
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Verb
On Friday, Iranian delegates in Rome aim to probe whether the US has revised its approach.
—Frederik Pleitgen, CNN Money, 23 May 2025
In light of such concerns, the applicant team and homeowners agreed to revisit the plans and assess whether the project could be revised to one story.
—Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 May 2025
Noun
Justices horse trade and revise for months on major cases, though they’re not known for flipping sides.
—Dallas News, 3 May 2022
Released in 1927, the Al Jolson classic launched the era of talkies, an epic transformation requiring studios to remodel stages for sound, revise set protocols for cast and crew and reassess what sort of material worked best with the new technology.
—Jordan Riefe, Los Angeles Times, 27 Dec. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for revise
Verb
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Legislative process: What happens next The Senate will modify the bill and will be in constant communication with President Trump and House leaders.—
Mike Sylvester,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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Other fans even modified Taylor Swift lyrics to fit the situation, showing off their creativity.—
Starr Bowenbank,
People.com,
22 May 2025
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This interview has been lightly edited for length and clarity.—
Caitlin Huston,
HollywoodReporter,
29 May 2025
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By Stephanie Pappas edited by Jeanna Bryner Last week a quartet of British climbers made it to the top of Mount Everest—and spent less than a week on the total round trip from London.—
Stephanie Pappas,
Scientific American,
29 May 2025
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One countywide measure of changes in values that is calculated to more closely match market values showed growth of only 3.6% from 2024 to 2025.—
Douglas Hanks,
Miami Herald,
31 May 2025
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The guidance change blindsided the CDC, which did not receive a directive to alter its recommendations until hours after Kennedy's video posted.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
31 May 2025
Verb
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Becoming disabled radically altered her life in ways that are both challenging and empowering.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
2 June 2025
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Familiarity with those three helped Kirk learn when his pitchers’ offerings are especially locked and when he’s got to alter the plan.—
Mitch Bannon,
New York Times,
2 June 2025
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The early alert gave the company time to intervene, rework the agent’s schedule, and keep a key team member.—
Kolawole Samuel Adebayo,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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Could the defense be reworked if an upgrade comes along?—
Cory Lavalette,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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The final legislation is expected to reflect alterations from ongoing negotiations.—
Peter Aitken,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 June 2025
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His evolution required alterations to his left-handed swing, learning how to channel his emotions, and even a few wake-up calls.—
Sahadev Sharma,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
Verb
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During the hiatus, the station was repainted and fitted with new lighting, and its restrooms were fully remodeled with new stalls and water fountains.—
Vivienne Serret,
Miami Herald,
28 May 2025
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In 2021, the company remodeled its flagship Boise store at the corner of 15th and State streets, which was built by Safeway in 1950 with a Marina-style rounded roof.—
Angela Palermo,
Idaho Statesman,
17 May 2025
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Another notable difference is the absence of the American flag in the latest portrait.—
Alana Wise,
NPR,
3 June 2025
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One year later in 2009, the difference between cable and broadcast was even more pronounced, especially with the decision to air Games 1 and 2 on NBC before moving Games 3 and 4 to Versus.—
Jason Clinkscales,
Sportico.com,
3 June 2025
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“Revise.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/revise. Accessed 9 Jun. 2025.
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