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adjective

Definition of rehearsednext
as in prepared

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rehearsed

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verb

past tense of rehearse
1
as in practiced
to do over and over so as to become skilled the orchestra rehearsed the symphony until they finally got it to the conductor's satisfaction

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2
as in described
to give an oral or written account of in some detail wrote a letter to the management rehearsing in lurid detail our terrible stay at their hotel

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3
as in repeated
to say or state again rehearsed her story about why she was late as she walked into the meeting

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4
as in recited
to specify one after another rehearsed the list of things he wanted for his birthday so that there would be no doubt in my mind

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rehearsed
  1. prepared
  2. practiced
  3. described
  4. premeditated
  5. told
  6. listed
  7. detailed
  8. outlined
Adjective
  • Be prepared for severe weather AccuWeather predicts severe weather conditions will increase into April and May as temperatures warm.
    — Janet Loehrke, USA TODAY, 19 Mar. 2025
  • General Marshall wanted to raise up officers more prepared for the rigors of the approaching world war.
    — Anna Mulrine Grobe, The Christian Science Monitor, 18 Mar. 2025
Definition of prepared
Verb
  • While appearing on Dear Media's The Skinny Confidential podcast in September, the proud mom opened up about how she's practiced co-sleeping with all four of her kids.
    — Hannah Sacks, People.com, 30 Dec. 2024
  • Gardner practiced on a limited basis on Friday.
    — Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 29 Dec. 2024
Definition of practiced
Verb
  • Oft described as a sweet and sensual floral, this opens with notes of rhubarb, lychee, and bergamot with damascena rose at the heart—rooted in cashmere and musk.
    — Kiana Murden, Vogue, 31 Dec. 2024
  • The Birkin look-alike is described as a genuine leather handbag purse for women and a tote shoulder bag.
    — Renan Botelho, WWD, 31 Dec. 2024
Definition of described
Adjective
  • Jaylon Desean Elmore, 21, pleaded guilty in January to attempted premeditated first-degree murder and firearm possession by a felon.
    — Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 19 Mar. 2025
  • Despite maintaining his innocence, police arrested and charged Amato with three counts of premeditated first-degree murder.
    — Chris Spargo, People.com, 18 Mar. 2025
Definition of premeditated
Verb
  • In fact, three experts told Newsweek that 2025 will look much the same as 2024 in terms of COVID-19 risk.
    — Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
  • Sources told Fox 8 that bomb-making materials were found at the rental property.
    — Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
Definition of told
Verb
  • Here’s a look at 10 of the most interesting productions opening between now and the end of March, listed in alphabetical order.
    — Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 8 Jan. 2025
  • And, of course, visitors can expect some major holiday magic during Dollywood’s annual Smoky Mountain Christmas, which Amusement Today listed among its Golden Ticket Awards Legends—the best of the best—in 2024, one of six Golden Ticket Awards that were garnered by Dollywood that go-round.
    — Valerie Fraser Luesse, Southern Living, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of listed
Verb
  • Robinson’s effectiveness for Fulham, detailed here by The Athletic, has created plenty of speculation about whether some of the big clubs might be circling for a January signing.
    — Paul Tenorio, The Athletic, 4 Jan. 2025
  • The judge ordered the feds to account for why New York’s congestion pricing plan detailed specific pollution mitigations for the Bronx, but failed to detail such plans for several New Jersey towns — even though both regions are expected to see an increase in motor vehicle traffic.
    — Kerry Burke, New York Daily News, 4 Jan. 2025
Definition of detailed
Verb
  • Heard, who now lives in Spain, gave a statement to NBC News reacting to the allegations outlined in Lively’s complaint.
    — Kimberly Nordyke, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Dec. 2024
  • The ladies also outlined the unique timing of their holiday celebrations for those who have to travel for away games.
    — Skyler Caruso, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
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