1
as in to modify
to make different in some way
the sculptor reworked the clay into another shape
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2
as in to edit
to prepare for publication by correcting, rewriting, or updating
the magazine will publish your poem if you rework it so that it's a little shorter
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Recent Examples of rework
The case of the new Royale Paris has been reworked.
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Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 1 Apr. 2025
Now Lyle has reworked his body, adding about 15 pounds over the past year.
—Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 28 Mar. 2025
As a fashion editor, one of my favorite things about the season is the chance to rework my office wardrobe—swapping out heavy layers for lighter options that feel fresh but still professional.
—Robyn Merrett, StyleCaster, 27 Mar. 2025
Sony Pictures Classics, which had been following the film from the beginning, saw it again in summer 2024 after it had been reworked.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 25 Mar. 2025
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Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 1 Apr. 2025
Now Lyle has reworked his body, adding about 15 pounds over the past year.
—Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 28 Mar. 2025
As a fashion editor, one of my favorite things about the season is the chance to rework my office wardrobe—swapping out heavy layers for lighter options that feel fresh but still professional.
—Robyn Merrett, StyleCaster, 27 Mar. 2025
Sony Pictures Classics, which had been following the film from the beginning, saw it again in summer 2024 after it had been reworked.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 25 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rework
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Not a lot of people are looking at the area that is actually modified and flooded by beaver populations.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
25 Mar. 2025
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Earlier this month, Texas Representative David Spiller introduced a bill that would prohibit health insurance companies from using AI to delay, deny, or modify claims, legislation similar to what other states have brought forward.—
Kevin Sabet,
Newsweek,
24 Mar. 2025
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The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Editor's note: Some responses have been edited for brevity and clarity.—
Laura Barrero,
Axios,
9 Apr. 2025
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According to local reports, it had been remodeled several times to update its dance floor, ambiance, lights and sound.—
Griselda Flores,
Billboard,
8 Apr. 2025
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The proposal would remodel and add to a vacant 3,500-square-foot two-story house at 625 Wrelton Drive in Bird Rock, facing Tourmaline Beach.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Apr. 2025
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Goldman Sachs this week revised its year-end target for gold prices to $3,300, up from $3,100, underscoring how the yellow metal’s rise this year is expected to last amid economic and geopolitical uncertainty.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
28 Mar. 2025
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If elected, Valencia said her goals are to work to revise the budget, making communication seamless and providing more staff for mental health services.—
David Sharos,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Mar. 2025
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Jonathan Gitlin Green is the eco mode, which changes the throttle map and turns down the climate control to eke out a few more miles of range.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
10 Apr. 2025
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Surveillance footage shows an individual, who authorities identified as Hernandez, changing into bright yellow worker's clothing, seeming to blend in after the shooting.—
Megan Forrester,
ABC News,
10 Apr. 2025
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White’s addition to the roster likely doesn’t alter how the team approaches the 2025 NFL Draft.—
Joe Buscaglia,
New York Times,
18 Apr. 2025
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But the disruption of traditional media has altered the standard PR process.—
Dan Kahn,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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“Rework.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rework. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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