reprogram
Americanverb (used with object)
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to program someone or something, especially a computer, again or in a different way.
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to change the distribution of (funds, especially government funds) according to a new plan.
verb (used without object)
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“If something sounds too good to be true, like it promises to reprogram your DNA? It’s probably not true,” she says.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 2, 2026
Specifically, Kelonia is developing intravenous “in vivo” cell therapies—next-generation genetic medicines that reprogram white blood cells directly inside the body.
From Barron's ● Apr. 20, 2026
Some people even still ask him to reprogram things for them and pay him a few thousand dollars.
From MarketWatch ● Feb. 24, 2026
The recall for this issue is for 318,781 vehicles and as a remedy, dealers will reprogram onboard software and inspect and replace any necessary parts for owners.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 19, 2026
It’s really not my job to reprogram people so they not only don’t say something stupid, but that they don’t think it.
From "What If It's Us" by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera
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