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rewrite

[ree-rahyt, ree-rahyt] / riˈraɪt, ˈriˌraɪt /
VERB
revise
Synonyms


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During the actual filming of the show, they had to rewrite storylines on the fly as unexpected events took place.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

Metaxas’s sad attempt to rewrite recent history is fitting.

From Salon • May 20, 2026

The White House on Tuesday pointed to Chinese money-laundering networks and Mexican cartels as the basis for the rewrite of know-your-customer rules.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

In the build-up to the event, Rousey said she wanted to "rewrite her ending in the sport" - and could not have imagined a better final bout than one against her "hero".

From BBC • May 17, 2026

Two days before, he decided to rewrite the speech.

From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow




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