as in to amend
to write (something) again especially in a different way in order to improve it or to include new information
The teacher asked him to rewrite the essay. I had to rewrite the computer program.
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Recent Examples of rewrite
In a further adaptation, the Buddhist Five Precepts were rewritten specifically for the robot, with input reportedly drawn from AI tools including Gemini and ChatGPT.
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Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 6 May 2026
The Saudi Fashion Commission is rewriting this narrative, positioning Saudi Arabia at the intersection of ancient faith and cutting-edge innovation through the Sustainable Ihram Initiative.
—Fmg Studios, Footwear News, 1 May 2026
The 41-year-old British racing star has spent nearly two decades rewriting the Formula 1 record books, winning seven world championships—tying Michael Schumacher—and becoming one of the sport’s most recognizable and highest-paid figures.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 1 May 2026
Because in the ever-evolving world of fashion, where rules are continually rewritten, the combination of sneakers and dresses presents a perfect fusion of comfort and style that is truly timeless.
—Ruhama Wolle, Glamour, 30 Apr. 2026
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Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 6 May 2026
The Saudi Fashion Commission is rewriting this narrative, positioning Saudi Arabia at the intersection of ancient faith and cutting-edge innovation through the Sustainable Ihram Initiative.
—Fmg Studios, Footwear News, 1 May 2026
The 41-year-old British racing star has spent nearly two decades rewriting the Formula 1 record books, winning seven world championships—tying Michael Schumacher—and becoming one of the sport’s most recognizable and highest-paid figures.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 1 May 2026
Because in the ever-evolving world of fashion, where rules are continually rewritten, the combination of sneakers and dresses presents a perfect fusion of comfort and style that is truly timeless.
—Ruhama Wolle, Glamour, 30 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rewrite
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The State Water Resources Control Board is considering a petition by the Newsom administration to amend permits so water could be tapped where the tunnel intakes would be built.—
Ian James,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2026
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Following public backlash, the agency allowed Moderna to amend its application, splitting its filing by age — standard approval for adults 50 to 64, and accelerated approval for those 65 and up, with a promise to run another trial for that age group after approval.—
Berkeley Lovelace Jr,
NBC news,
6 May 2026
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But with the arrival of the next course, bread and butter, I was forced to revise my theory.—
Helen Rosner,
New Yorker,
10 May 2026
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The show was extensively revised during a workshop period at the O’Neill Theater Center in Waterford.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2026
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The new commissioner faces the daunting task of improving the existing jail while planning for a world without it.—
Molly Fischer,
New Yorker,
11 May 2026
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Jonathan Bond finished with five saves for Houston (6-5-0), which improved to 2-3-1 on the road.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 May 2026
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From country legend Dolly Parton to the Pussycat Dolls, several musical acts have either modified recent touring schedules or canceled all their stops completely in recent months.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
6 May 2026
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The North Carolina Utilities Commission and the independent Public Staff — the agency charged with representing customers — collect testimony across the state before the commission decides whether to approve, modify or reject the request later this year.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
6 May 2026
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Alongside the course reworks, the statement announced the creation of a caddie academy by the Evans Scholars Foundation at East Potomac and a training school at Langston overseen by First Tee.—
Matt Moret,
New York Times,
9 May 2026
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The home has also been stylistically reworked.—
David Caraccio
May 9,
Sacbee.com,
9 May 2026
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“Rewrite.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rewrite. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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