as in to reconsider
to consider again especially with the possibility of change or reversal
since my efforts to solve this problem aren't working, I need to rethink my approach
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Recent Examples of rethink
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is rethinking its forecasting methods to take that trend into account.
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Jon Schuppe, NBC news, 9 July 2025
But her presence quickly upsets its order, forcing her to rethink her own desires.
—Marta Balaga, Variety, 8 July 2025
The Hollywood Reporter recently caught up with Countdown creator Derek Haas and star Jessica Camacho, who plays tough-as-nails DEA Agent Amber Oliveras, to talk about how the team must now rethink their plans, and how Camacho and Ackles found their chemistry.
—Demetrius Patterson, HollywoodReporter, 7 July 2025
Additionally, tariffs are putting a strain on companies, driving many sourcing teams to rethink their sourcing strategies.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 1 July 2025
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Jon Schuppe, NBC news, 9 July 2025
But her presence quickly upsets its order, forcing her to rethink her own desires.
—Marta Balaga, Variety, 8 July 2025
The Hollywood Reporter recently caught up with Countdown creator Derek Haas and star Jessica Camacho, who plays tough-as-nails DEA Agent Amber Oliveras, to talk about how the team must now rethink their plans, and how Camacho and Ackles found their chemistry.
—Demetrius Patterson, HollywoodReporter, 7 July 2025
Additionally, tariffs are putting a strain on companies, driving many sourcing teams to rethink their sourcing strategies.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 1 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rethink
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With your modern ruler, Neptune, retrograde in Aries, your second house of money, comfort and values becomes enveloped in the foggy haze, urging you to reconsider your approach to money, resources and self-worth.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
8 July 2025
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In the deliberations over strategic goals, capital deployment and technology transformation, leaders should think back on prior technology demonstrations and pilots—perhaps even at another enterprise—and reconsider whether those good ideas still hold merit.—
Beena Ammanath,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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For fans looking to revisit Michael Madsen’s most memorable moments, as well as those who want to get acquainted with his work, here are six of his best films and where to watch them.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
4 July 2025
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Yesterday, the jury seemed to want to revisit specific violent incidents that allegedly occurred between Combs and Cassie Ventura.—
Marlene Lenthang,
NBC news,
3 July 2025
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Materials reviewed by the FBI included personal details about the victims, including their names, physical descriptions, places of birth, associates and employment history.—
Joey Garrison,
USA Today,
8 July 2025
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Also recommended are: Giving office walk-ins a virtual place in line to reduce wait times at clerk offices, exploring self-service kiosks at major offices and reviewing fees for purchasing vital records.—
Sophie Levenson,
Chicago Tribune,
8 July 2025
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“Rethink.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rethink. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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