as in amending
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 rewriting
In a time when globalization and fast fashion dominate the apparel industry, one New England manufacturer is rewriting the script.
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 2 Sep. 2025
But last month, Kauflin writes, the CFPB started rewriting that rule, seeking input from banks and fintechs on whether fees should be charged and if there should be a cap.
—Megan Poinski, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Many are rewriting the narrative in destinations Black women don't often frequent, choosing rest, healing and belonging.
—Essence, 1 Sep. 2025
The task of rewriting the state’s AI rules in a week was likely doomed from the start, agreed Senate Majority Leader Robert Rodriguez, who sponsored the initial rules and the recent attempt to rewrite them.
—Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 31 Aug. 2025
Chrissie Davis Chrissie Davis is rewriting what leadership in construction looks like and proving that principled leadership can succeed and scale.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2025
Amazon is rewriting the playbook for grocery delivery.
—Paulina Likos, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2025
And the College Football Playoff keeps rewriting its rules in Notre Dame’s favor, giving it access to a first-round bye and potentially better at-large odds if the field expands.
—Pete Sampson, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2025
Komatsu said the program showcased the value of investing in local talent and rewriting the narrative that students must look outside Wisconsin for career opportunities.
—Rick Barrett, jsonline.com, 18 Aug. 2025
Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 2 Sep. 2025
But last month, Kauflin writes, the CFPB started rewriting that rule, seeking input from banks and fintechs on whether fees should be charged and if there should be a cap.
—Megan Poinski, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Many are rewriting the narrative in destinations Black women don't often frequent, choosing rest, healing and belonging.
—Essence, 1 Sep. 2025
The task of rewriting the state’s AI rules in a week was likely doomed from the start, agreed Senate Majority Leader Robert Rodriguez, who sponsored the initial rules and the recent attempt to rewrite them.
—Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 31 Aug. 2025
Chrissie Davis Chrissie Davis is rewriting what leadership in construction looks like and proving that principled leadership can succeed and scale.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2025
Amazon is rewriting the playbook for grocery delivery.
—Paulina Likos, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2025
And the College Football Playoff keeps rewriting its rules in Notre Dame’s favor, giving it access to a first-round bye and potentially better at-large odds if the field expands.
—Pete Sampson, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2025
Komatsu said the program showcased the value of investing in local talent and rewriting the narrative that students must look outside Wisconsin for career opportunities.
—Rick Barrett, jsonline.com, 18 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rewriting
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After amending your soil with compost or aged manure before planting, these heavy-feeding plants need an additional side-dressing with a balanced organic fertilizer when their leafy shoots emerge in spring.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Sep. 2025
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As a compromise, Joyce proposed amending the proposal to include housing at least 10 years old.—
Phil Diehl,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Sep. 2025
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In the past, Iran has recovered from its tribulations by revising its strategy and finding novel ways to subvert the United States, Israel, and their interests.—
Graeme Wood,
The Atlantic,
2 Sep. 2025
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Somewhere in a control room, a supply chain director is rerouting shipments, a project manager is revising risk models, and an AI engine is running thousands of tariff scenarios an hour.—
Alexander Puutio,
Forbes.com,
25 Aug. 2025
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Sean Longstaff and Dominic Calvert-Lewin have joined from Newcastle and Everton respectively, while the exciting additions of midfielder Anton Stach from Hoffenheim and attacker Noah Okafor from AC Milan will provide hope of improving on a solid start.—
Jack Bantock,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
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India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi met China's President Xi Jinping at the 5th Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit, signaling improving ties.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
4 Sep. 2025
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Under artistic director Camille Miceli, the brand emphasizes mixing and matching, reworking Pucci’s motifs and patchwork.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
2 Sep. 2025
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Season 1 exhausted the events of King's novel, even reworking material from its epilogue into the main action of the story, so now the team will chart a new path for these characters, which will involve expanding on elements from the novel.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
31 Aug. 2025
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Housing experts suggest that modifying zoning laws to permit smaller lot sizes is the most effective approach to developing smaller, affordable homes.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
2 Sep. 2025
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At the highest level, a good story has to reflect its audience while modifying that reflection.—
Joshua Rothman,
New Yorker,
25 Aug. 2025
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Tactics will remain flexible to adapt to changing fire behavior, terrain limitations, and resource availability.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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Loosely cover the jar and keep it in the fridge for up to a week, changing the water every day or two.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
5 Sep. 2025
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Liz has run out of the patience needed to look after an overgrown infant, correcting Ron’s delusion that Jay sees them as part of his family by explaining that the notion of family for their client only goes one way.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Aug. 2025
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The good news is that recognizing and correcting these missteps early helps leaders sharpen their effectiveness and foster environments where both people and businesses thrive.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
27 Aug. 2025
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“Rewriting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rewriting. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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