1
as in to modify
to make different in some way
the sculptor reworked the clay into another shape
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2
as in to edit
to prepare for publication by correcting, rewriting, or updating
the magazine will publish your poem if you rework it so that it's a little shorter
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Recent Examples of rework
However, it was reworked entirely as a standalone series without connection to the Liev Schreiber-starrer.
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Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 28 Mar. 2025
Across the board, furniture companies have been reworking their sales forecasts, amid an uncertain macro climate marked by a difficult housing market and declining consumer confidence.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 27 Mar. 2025
But as it was developed further, it was reworked into its own standalone story.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 27 Mar. 2025
In other words, some storms on Jupiter can leave behind a fingerprint, reworking the whole chemical makeup of the planet's atmosphere.
—Kiona N. Smith, Space.com, 3 Apr. 2025
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Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 28 Mar. 2025
Across the board, furniture companies have been reworking their sales forecasts, amid an uncertain macro climate marked by a difficult housing market and declining consumer confidence.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 27 Mar. 2025
But as it was developed further, it was reworked into its own standalone story.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 27 Mar. 2025
In other words, some storms on Jupiter can leave behind a fingerprint, reworking the whole chemical makeup of the planet's atmosphere.
—Kiona N. Smith, Space.com, 3 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rework
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Limits: Programming subject to blackout restrictions All offers, programming, promotions, pricing, terms, restrictions & conditions subject to change & may be modified, discontinued, or terminated at any time without notice.—
Danielle Directo-Meston,
HollywoodReporter,
19 Apr. 2025
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FedEx will be open on Good Friday, but some of its services might be modified, according to a 2025 holiday calendar sent to Newsweek.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Apr. 2025
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This conversation has been edited for length and clarity.—
Umair Irfan,
Vox,
23 Apr. 2025
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This edition of Forbes Daily was edited by Sarah Whitmire and Chris Dobstaff.—
Danielle Chemtob,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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Source: Company reports Competition has grown fiercer too, as big-box rival Walmart has remodeled stores, launched new private brands and attracted more high-income shoppers.—
Gabrielle Fonrouge,Melissa Repko,
CNBC,
17 Apr. 2025
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Construction for remodeling existing infrastructure, as well as maintenance and management of renewable energy facilities, would encourage local entrepreneurship and innovation.—
Whitaker Irvin Jr.,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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Francis had previously revised and simplified the funeral rites that would be used upon his death, according to The Associated Press.—
Chantelle Lee,
Time,
21 Apr. 2025
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The list in theory can be revised, with other countries added to it or the current ones removed, depending on these somewhat opaque evaluations.—
Frey Lindsay,
Forbes.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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In a report released Wednesday by the Federal Reserve, analysts noted that economic activity was little changed since the central bank’s previous report but said that uncertainty around international trade policy was pervasive across its reports.—
Kevin Williams,
Quartz,
24 Apr. 2025
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The comments run contrary to worrying buzz building on Wall Street about tech companies changing data center buildout plans.—
Spencer Kimball,
CNBC,
24 Apr. 2025
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Martin's 7-year-old son Gabe, who sought cover under his bed in terror during the incident, says the experience dramatically altered his life.—
Devin Dwyer,
ABC News,
29 Apr. 2025
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This monumental win captivated millions worldwide and forever altered the course of women’s sports.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
28 Apr. 2025
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“Rework.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rework. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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