retelling

noun

re·​tell·​ing (ˌ)rē-ˈte-liŋ How to pronounce retelling (audio)
: a new version of a story
a retelling of a Greek legend

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Elmhirst’s retelling is a triumph, second only to the seemingly impossible feat of Maurice and Maralyn themselves. Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 15 May 2025 This book was also inspired by Pride and Prejudice and a modern retelling of that classic. Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 13 May 2025 Lanez has maintained his innocence despite a jury of his peers believing Megan Thee Stallion’s retelling of the events that followed a party at Kylie Jenner’s Hollywood Hills home. Karu F. Daniels, New York Daily News, 12 May 2025 These guests will talk about their places in Thomas history, as well as help along a full retelling of a classic Thomas story. Angela Andaloro, People.com, 9 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for retelling

Word History

First Known Use

1883, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of retelling was in 1883

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“Retelling.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/retelling. Accessed 23 May. 2025.

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