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noun

Definition of refashioningnext
as in alteration
the act, process, or result of making different the refashioning of the theater will make it more up-to-date and expand the seating capacity

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refashioning

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verb

present participle of refashion
as in remodeling
to make different in some way refashioned my old pair of jeans into a cover for my scrapbook

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for refashioning
  1. alteration
  2. remodeling
  3. change
  4. changing
  5. difference
  6. modifying
  7. altering
  8. remaking
Noun
  • The department had also made a complaint that alterations had been made to the building without a permit.
    Marni Rose McFall, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
  • The boutique design-build firm does everything from minor home updates to major structural alterations and takes a holistic approach to each project, guiding clients from concept to completion.
    Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 4 Dec. 2024
Definition of alteration
Verb
  • The money could have also gone toward the purchase of 280 new stores, or remodeling more than 3,200 stores, according to UFCW.
    Chloe Sorvino, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
  • Natural Grocers plans to continue its growth strategy by opening four to six new stores and relocating or remodeling two to four stores in fiscal year 2025.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of remodeling
Noun
  • Despite this shift, there are no immediate changes in leadership or board seats.
    Francisco Velasquez, Quartz, 20 Dec. 2024
  • With the regime change, the Jets might also have a new quarterback next year.
    Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of change
Verb
  • At the same time, the AI seamlessly implements a range of impressive effects, such as altering his outfit, adding jewelry, changing his location and appearance, and even transforming himself into a felt puppet, with surprisingly convincing results.
    Paul Monckton, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • The landscape is changing so quickly that any company that can’t pivot will be left behind in the blink of an eye.
    John Werner, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of changing
Noun
  • As a demographer who has looked at population data for decades, Johnson said this year’s difference between the Census Bureau and California Department of Finance estimates was remarkable.
    Jenny Jarvie, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
  • What’s the difference between a deep conditioner and regular conditioner?
    Sara Coughlin, SELF, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of difference
Verb
  • The channel’s signature move is modifying Lada, primarily a Fiat car adapted for use in Russia.
    Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 16 Dec. 2024
  • Candy-makers have responded by shrinking the size of the products, modifying recipes and leaning heavier into non-chocolate offerings.
    Alicia Wallace, CNN, 15 Dec. 2024
Definition of modifying
Verb
  • At the same time, the AI seamlessly implements a range of impressive effects, such as altering his outfit, adding jewelry, changing his location and appearance, and even transforming himself into a felt puppet, with surprisingly convincing results.
    Paul Monckton, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Volcanic eruptions release vast amounts of carbon-dioxide, dust, and sulfur, thereby significantly altering the chemistry of the atmosphere and changing Earth's climate—but in different ways and on different timescales to a meteorite impact.
    David Bressan, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of altering
Verb
  • Beginning with The Jungle Book (1994) and 101 Dalmatians (1996), the studio has been remaking iconic cartoons into live-action adaptations, with plans for a few more in the works.
    Kelsie Gibson, People.com, 15 Dec. 2024
  • The Experience Gap Artificial intelligence is remaking the world of work, especially changing how the mundane, repetitive tasks done by entry-level workers are performed.
    Bruno V. Manno, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
Definition of remaking
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