rethink
verb
re·think
(ˌ)rē-ˈthiŋk 
rethought
(ˌ)rē-ˈthȯt
; rethinking
; rethinking
: to think about again : reconsider
: to engage in reconsideration
rethinker
noun
Synonyms
Examples of rethink in a Sentence
You had better rethink your decision.
The government is rethinking its policy.
He took a moment to rethink.
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Lawrence Yee, People.com, 19 Nov. 2024
As the 2024 presidential race draws to a close with a Donald Trump victory that could well signal a realignment of the American electorate, the Democratic Party is likely to be forced to rethink its strategy, policies and values over the years to come.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 7 Nov. 2024
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—Etan Vlessing, The Hollywood Reporter, 31 Oct. 2024
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Lawrence Yee, People.com, 19 Nov. 2024
As the 2024 presidential race draws to a close with a Donald Trump victory that could well signal a realignment of the American electorate, the Democratic Party is likely to be forced to rethink its strategy, policies and values over the years to come.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 7 Nov. 2024
Gamble also fielded an analyst question about Apple rethinking its theatrical strategy after rejigging the platform release mix for Wolfs.
—Etan Vlessing, The Hollywood Reporter, 31 Oct. 2024
In rethinking performance apparel’s real estate, Bandit Running was able to sneak four slot pockets across the Stamina Nova Crop top’s back and two additional phone pockets on the sides.
—Ashley Mateo, TIME, 30 Oct. 2024
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“Rethink.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rethink. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.
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