- present participle of rethink.
rethinking
Example Sentences
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But she started rethinking the estrangement years later, and regretted taking the advice, after having children of her own.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 25, 2026
As antibiotic resistance grows around the world, the findings show that important medical advances may come from rethinking the chemistry of drugs that already exist.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 22, 2026
The allegations against Nguyen and Huynh, who were charged in November and remain out on bail, have left many of Ma’s friends and relatives rethinking the lending practices that have powered many immigrant-owned businesses.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 10, 2026
The stock popped following the IPO but has slumped 24% over the past six trading sessions through Thursday’s close, with investors rethinking a lofty valuation amid worries that the AI boom could fizzle out.
From Barron's ● Jun. 26, 2026
She put her short skirts away and started rethinking what she wore.
From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad
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