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noun

Definition of refashioningnext
as in alteration
the act, process, or result of making different the refashioning of the theater will make it more up-to-date and expand the seating capacity

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refashioning

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verb

present participle of refashion
as in remodeling
to make different in some way refashioned my old pair of jeans into a cover for my scrapbook

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for refashioning
  1. alteration
  2. remodeling
  3. change
  4. changing
  5. difference
  6. modifying
  7. altering
  8. remaking
Noun
  • Williamson downplayed how much extra attention he’s put into his hamstrings over the past few months, but the slight alterations in his routine were already showing Tuesday night.
    William Guillory, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
  • In the next five years, the 102-year-old stadium is going to undergo some significant alterations intended to improve fan experience while retaining the venue’s National Historic Landmark status.
    Sam Farmer, Los Angeles Times, 1 Jan. 2025
Definition of alteration
Verb
  • The money could have also gone toward the purchase of 280 new stores, or remodeling more than 3,200 stores, according to UFCW.
    Chloe Sorvino, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
  • Natural Grocers plans to continue its growth strategy by opening four to six new stores and relocating or remodeling two to four stores in fiscal year 2025.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of remodeling
Noun
  • Once these changes take effect, the average state minimum wage is set to grow from $10.69 in 2024 to $11.18.
    Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Some observers contended these moves show Meta’s content moderation changes are part of a larger movement for the company unrelated to the president-elect.
    Miranda Nazzaro, The Hill, 7 Jan. 2025
Definition of change
Verb
  • From its game-changing launch on January 21st, 2025, to its innovative ecosystem, Crouton Jones is proving that trust, creativity, and community are the keys to success.
    Ethan Stone, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
  • With technological advancements, changing consumer behaviors, and emerging trends, the potential for scalable and lucrative businesses have never been greater.
    Melissa Houston, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
Definition of changing
Noun
  • Here, then, are most*** of the 2024 House races sorted by the difference between their margins and the presidential margins in their districts.
    Nathaniel Rakich, ABC News, 10 Jan. 2025
  • In fact, the difference is actually pretty shocking.
    Kleigh Balugo, StyleCaster, 10 Jan. 2025
Definition of difference
Verb
  • The channel’s signature move is modifying Lada, primarily a Fiat car adapted for use in Russia.
    Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 16 Dec. 2024
  • Candy-makers have responded by shrinking the size of the products, modifying recipes and leaning heavier into non-chocolate offerings.
    Alicia Wallace, CNN, 15 Dec. 2024
Definition of modifying
Verb
  • Then there’s the biggest move of the offseason, having finally brought in that lineup-altering force with a trade for Kyle Tucker.
    Sahadev Sharma, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024
  • The industry, notorious for its rapid production cycles and low-cost trends, contributes to overflowing landfills, water pollution, and climate-altering emissions.
    Dianne Plummer, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
Definition of altering
Verb
  • Beginning with The Jungle Book (1994) and 101 Dalmatians (1996), the studio has been remaking iconic cartoons into live-action adaptations, with plans for a few more in the works.
    Kelsie Gibson, People.com, 15 Dec. 2024
  • The Experience Gap Artificial intelligence is remaking the world of work, especially changing how the mundane, repetitive tasks done by entry-level workers are performed.
    Bruno V. Manno, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
Definition of remaking
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