reshuffle

verb

re·​shuf·​fle (ˌ)rē-ˈshə-fəl How to pronounce reshuffle (audio)
reshuffled; reshuffling; reshuffles

transitive verb

1
: to shuffle again
reshuffle a deck of cards
2
: to reorganize usually by the redistribution of existing elements
the cabinet was reshuffled by the prime minister
reshuffle noun

Examples of reshuffle in a Sentence

The dealer reshuffled the cards.
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The letter, addressed to Wray, amounts to the clearest sign yet that Senate Republicans are open to Trump’s plan to reshuffle the Justice Department’s leadership. David Sivak, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 9 Dec. 2024 Pilgrimage lineup reshuffles after weather delays start As many began to line up and brave the rain with smiles on their faces, only one thing was on their minds: Music. Gabrielle Chenault, The Tennessean, 28 Sep. 2024 In a major leadership change, Carnival Corporation is reshuffling executives across three of its premium cruise brands. Roger Dooley, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024 The announcement that the money would be reshuffled came as security became a flashpoint for CTA board members in recent months. Sarah Freishtat, Chicago Tribune, 22 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for reshuffle 

Word History

First Known Use

1830, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of reshuffle was in 1830

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“Reshuffle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reshuffle. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

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reshuffle

verb
re·​shuf·​fle (ˈ)rē-ˈshəf-əl How to pronounce reshuffle (audio)
1
: to shuffle again
2
: to reorganize usually by switching around existing parts
the president reshuffled the cabinet
reshuffle noun

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