repeated

adjective

re·​peat·​ed ri-ˈpē-təd How to pronounce repeated (audio)
Synonyms of repeatednext
1
: renewed or recurring again and again
repeated changes of plan
2
: said, done, or presented again

Examples of repeated in a Sentence

The landlord ignored her repeated requests to have the stove repaired. He never succeeded in spite of repeated attempts.
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The executive also attacks the senior reporter in a combative nature on a repeated basis. Chicago Tribune, 7 June 2026 The emphasis was – for the first time in league history – removing the incentive for teams to perform poorly (especially on a repeated basis). John Cassillo, Forbes.com, 4 June 2026 An Atlanta Journal-Constitution reporter made repeated and unsuccessful efforts to interview Hannah and her parents for this story. Thomas Lake, AJC.com, 4 June 2026 De Zerbi regularly erupted in front of his players and made repeated threats to quit. Tom Williams, New York Times, 17 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for repeated

Word History

First Known Use

1545, in the meaning defined at sense 2

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The first known use of repeated was in 1545

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“Repeated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/repeated. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.

Kids Definition

repeated

adjective
re·​peat·​ed ri-ˈpēt-əd How to pronounce repeated (audio)
: done or happening again and again : frequent

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