as in to reconsider
to consider again especially with the possibility of change or reversal
learning that he had been adopted forced him to completely redefine his identity
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But those pushing to redefine it say the exception leaves out children of immigrants in the country illegally, too.
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Alex Gangitano, The Hill, 9 Dec. 2024
Saban was the greatest coach of all time, and his run redefined success in college football’s modern era.
—Chris Vannini, The Athletic, 9 Dec. 2024
Much like Amirah, the platform celebrates individuals who are redefining music through unique perspectives, unwavering commitment, and unfiltered creativity.
—Walaa Elsiddig, Billboard, 9 Dec. 2024
And for me, that feeling has always been tied to albums that redefine what’s possible.
—Ron Hart, SPIN, 9 Dec. 2024
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Alex Gangitano, The Hill, 9 Dec. 2024
Saban was the greatest coach of all time, and his run redefined success in college football’s modern era.
—Chris Vannini, The Athletic, 9 Dec. 2024
Much like Amirah, the platform celebrates individuals who are redefining music through unique perspectives, unwavering commitment, and unfiltered creativity.
—Walaa Elsiddig, Billboard, 9 Dec. 2024
And for me, that feeling has always been tied to albums that redefine what’s possible.
—Ron Hart, SPIN, 9 Dec. 2024
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These shifts include President-elect Donald Trump's return to the White House following campaign promises to resolve the Ukraine war swiftly, alongside threats to reduce U.S. military aid to Ukraine and reconsider NATO commitments.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Mars retrograde asks you to slow down and reconsider what is genuine and true to you, while Venus in Aquarius prefers to go against the grain entirely, prioritizing individual freedom.Valerie Mesa, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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That risks revisiting the debate between big tech and lawmakers around how to breach the encryption enclave without fatally weakening it.Zak Doffman, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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Celebrating 30 years of Merry Christmas, Mariah Carey revisits the spirit of the time, and Boyz II Men’s reissue of Christmas Interpretations offers the perfect cozy soundtrack.Okla Jones, Essence, 6 Dec. 2024
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Stellantis did not immediately respond to requests for comment on the visits, including whether the company intends to review Tavares’ past decisions, such as closing and selling the company’s Arizona Proving Grounds.Michael Wayland, CNBC, 10 Dec. 2024
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The decision of whether to let the transaction through or block it is made upon reviewing the results of the communication between the client and the agent.Dmitry Mishunin, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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“Redefine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/redefine. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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