repeated

adjective

re·​peat·​ed ri-ˈpē-təd How to pronounce repeated (audio)
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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Proposition 36 would restore enhanced penalties for repeat offenders and would allow felony charges if repeated shoplifting resulted in $950 in losses over multiple thefts. The Editors, National Review, 25 Oct. 2024 Michaels began appearing on camera as himself, making repeated pleas for the Beatles to reunite on the show for a whopping $3,000. Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 11 Oct. 2024 Though Tuesday’s indictment makes repeated mention of other members of Combs’ organization, the rapper himself is the only person currently facing charges. Bill Donahue, Billboard, 17 Sep. 2024 Trump’s threats of prosecution — part of his repeated, baseless efforts to cast doubt on the integrity of the 2024 election — come as early voting will soon be underway in a number of states. Andrew Torgan, CNN, 9 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for repeated 

Word History

First Known Use

1545, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
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 21 Nov. 2024.

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repeated

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

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