as in alteration
the act, process, or result of making different
despite the extensive revamping, much of the factory's equipment is still obsolete
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as in remodeling
to make different in some way
the automaker is revamping a number of its cars in an effort to make them more appealing to younger consumers
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as in editing
to prepare for publication by correcting, rewriting, or updating
revamped the short story so that it would fit better with the magazine's other offerings
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as in repairing
to put into good shape or working order again
it will be cheaper to replace the old machinery than it would be to revamp it
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Recent Examples of revamping
Barry M. Bloom, Sportico.com, 12 Oct. 2025
The rebuild, the retooling, the revamping — whatever the Nationals are calling their current status — has been a disaster.
—David Aldridge, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
If their account holds up, the standard view of how the universe evolved will need serious revamping.
—Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 24 Sep. 2025
Crews need to close off the area to get the year-long rejuvenation work done so the existing buoy will be protectively boxed off while seawall construction, road work and revamping of the plaza proceeds.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 28 Aug. 2025
The revamping of the modernist façade of the hotel was left to Spanish architect Ramon de Arana, who designed a striking staircase entry and used aged brass to frame each guestroom from the exterior, resulting in a dynamic interplay with the changing light of the day.
—Erica Wertheim Zohar, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2025
While appearing radical at the time, the revamping of scientific boards to include more industry representatives, the undoing of power plant rules and the lessening of enforcement hobbled but did not completely undo the agency.
—Barbara Kates-Garnick, The Conversation, 26 Aug. 2025
PC Magazine, 12 Oct. 2025
Major projects the club has funded include the renovation of the Carroll Senior High School weight room, revamping the Dragon Alley tailgate festivities on game days and even helping to fund the hiring of a full-time strength and conditioning coach.
—Charles Baggarly
october 9, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Oct. 2025
According to Bloomberg, the investments are likely to be dedicated to revamping several American production plants, including the Belvidere assembly plant in Belvidere, Illinois, where Ram has committed to building a mid-size truck.
—Liam Rappleye, Freep.com, 6 Oct. 2025
This week, Billboard’s New Music Latin roundup and playlist — curated by Billboard Latin and Billboard Español editors — features fresh new music, including fresh picks by Young Miko, Natalia Lafourcade, and Ricky Martin & Carín León revamping a 1995 classic, to name a few.
—Jessica Roiz, Billboard, 3 Oct. 2025
Betting big on business Beyond revamping its direct-to-consumer business, Peloton is also unveiling a new commercial equipment line of more durable versions of its existing hardware.
—Gabrielle Fonrouge, CNBC, 1 Oct. 2025
Investments range from costlier new building of entertainment centers that combine multi-screen theaters with activities from axe throwing to bowling to arcades; reopening and revamping closed cinemas; new digital projectors, movie screens, sound systems and seats in auditoriums.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 16 Sep. 2025
The two African countries have committed to revamping their mineral supply chains, according to a draft economic framework seen by Reuters.
—Preeti Jha, semafor.com, 15 Sep. 2025
With the Cubs closing in on their first playoff berth since 2020, Hawkins has been involved in revamping the club’s R&D department and streamlining scouting on the pro, amateur and international sides, with a bigger emphasis on data and video rather than in-person evaluations.
—Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2025
Noun
Whether Boone returns or not, there needs to be a complete revamping of offensive approach from the coaching staff on up to the analytics department.
—Barry M. Bloom, Sportico.com, 12 Oct. 2025
The rebuild, the retooling, the revamping — whatever the Nationals are calling their current status — has been a disaster.
—David Aldridge, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
If their account holds up, the standard view of how the universe evolved will need serious revamping.
—Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 24 Sep. 2025
Crews need to close off the area to get the year-long rejuvenation work done so the existing buoy will be protectively boxed off while seawall construction, road work and revamping of the plaza proceeds.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 28 Aug. 2025
The revamping of the modernist façade of the hotel was left to Spanish architect Ramon de Arana, who designed a striking staircase entry and used aged brass to frame each guestroom from the exterior, resulting in a dynamic interplay with the changing light of the day.
—Erica Wertheim Zohar, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2025
While appearing radical at the time, the revamping of scientific boards to include more industry representatives, the undoing of power plant rules and the lessening of enforcement hobbled but did not completely undo the agency.
—Barbara Kates-Garnick, The Conversation, 26 Aug. 2025
Verb
So, Samsung is reportedly revamping its styus tech to allow for Qi2 accessories beyond cases.
—PC Magazine, 12 Oct. 2025
Major projects the club has funded include the renovation of the Carroll Senior High School weight room, revamping the Dragon Alley tailgate festivities on game days and even helping to fund the hiring of a full-time strength and conditioning coach.
—Charles Baggarly
october 9, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Oct. 2025
According to Bloomberg, the investments are likely to be dedicated to revamping several American production plants, including the Belvidere assembly plant in Belvidere, Illinois, where Ram has committed to building a mid-size truck.
—Liam Rappleye, Freep.com, 6 Oct. 2025
This week, Billboard’s New Music Latin roundup and playlist — curated by Billboard Latin and Billboard Español editors — features fresh new music, including fresh picks by Young Miko, Natalia Lafourcade, and Ricky Martin & Carín León revamping a 1995 classic, to name a few.
—Jessica Roiz, Billboard, 3 Oct. 2025
Betting big on business Beyond revamping its direct-to-consumer business, Peloton is also unveiling a new commercial equipment line of more durable versions of its existing hardware.
—Gabrielle Fonrouge, CNBC, 1 Oct. 2025
Investments range from costlier new building of entertainment centers that combine multi-screen theaters with activities from axe throwing to bowling to arcades; reopening and revamping closed cinemas; new digital projectors, movie screens, sound systems and seats in auditoriums.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 16 Sep. 2025
The two African countries have committed to revamping their mineral supply chains, according to a draft economic framework seen by Reuters.
—Preeti Jha, semafor.com, 15 Sep. 2025
With the Cubs closing in on their first playoff berth since 2020, Hawkins has been involved in revamping the club’s R&D department and streamlining scouting on the pro, amateur and international sides, with a bigger emphasis on data and video rather than in-person evaluations.
—Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for revamping
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So that seemingly innocent Machu Picchu stamp—one of the most popular souvenir stamps around—could be viewed not as a harmless keepsake but as an unauthorized alteration that might jeopardize your ability to travel.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Oct. 2025
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Earlier alterations were made incrementally, and only after much deliberation.—
Adam Gopnik,
New Yorker,
25 Oct. 2025
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Kelly Emerson, senior designer at Aidan Design in Silver Spring, Maryland, finds that this reads early 2000s, and Dallen Russell, remodeling advisor at InSite Builders & Remodeling in Bethesda, Maryland, agrees.—
Sarah Lyon,
Southern Living,
8 Oct. 2025
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The program, which is estimated to initially cost the brand about $1 billion, involves remodeling more than 1,000 Starbucks locations in the US and Canada over the next year along with closing more than 400 in the last three months.—
Bradley Hohulin,
IndyStar,
2 Oct. 2025
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YouTube’s own app includes an array of features for shooting and editing Shorts videos.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
28 Oct. 2025
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Timeline editing tools also allow precise control over timing, transitions, and storytelling, enabling robots to deliver smooth, cinematic performances that feel human and engaging.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Oct. 2025
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Even then, the employees explained that repairing the engine's synchronization issues wouldn't solve its oil burning issue.—
Gina Lee Castro,
jsonline.com,
30 Oct. 2025
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More than 70% the country is without power and officials warn that repairing critical infrastructure could take weeks, if not longer.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
30 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Women typically spend the middle 60% of their lives in relatively ill-health, due to hormonal changes, diagnostic delays, and other factors, and the last 30% of their lives in relatively good health.—
Alexei Oreskovic,
Fortune,
30 Oct. 2025
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Last season’s coaching cycle only featured 16 by the end of the year, which is relatively active, and 2023’s was the most aggressive in decades, with the likes of Alabama and Michigan headlining 31 changes.—
Noah White,
Miami Herald,
29 Oct. 2025
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Others have shuttered their services, changing the landscape of the refugee resettlement process.—
NPR,
NPR,
31 Oct. 2025
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Game-changing extras like the GSI Outdoors Pioneer Chef’s Tools and Uco Eco 4-piece Mess Kit are worth stocking up on, while prices start at $14.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Oct. 2025
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To avoid raising prices, which could cause customers to flee, Pappas has been forced to get creative, reworking some of his designs.—
Ashley Capoot,
CNBC,
25 Oct. 2025
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While Metro Express will offer upgrades to commuters heading to Metrorail, the new service also means reworking other local bus routes along the busway.—
Douglas Hanks,
Miami Herald,
23 Oct. 2025
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Israel acknowledges most attacks, saying they are aimed at preventing Hezbollah from rebuilding its capability.—
Jane Arraf,
NPR,
3 Nov. 2025
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Now the country can expect a drop in tourism and faces a daunting rebuilding effort.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
3 Nov. 2025
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“Revamping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/revamping. Accessed 4 Nov. 2025.
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