Example Sentences

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Shortfalls of diesel and jet fuel are rewiring global energy trade, with soaring prices in Europe and Asia opening up new lanes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

"These 815 genes are rewiring the sensory nerves, which explains why anti-inflammatory drugs don't work to alleviate pain for these patients," says Orange.

From Science Daily • Apr. 11, 2024

We need new metaphors, new discourse, a new set of symbols to illustrate how these companies are rewiring our world, and how we as a democracy can respond.

From The Guardian • Jul. 7, 2018

Our attention spans are shrinking and it's as if technology and social media are rewiring our sensitivities and sensibilities.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2018

When we choose confidence, we are rewiring our brains and we are able to change ourselves, and maybe even the world, for the better.

From BBC • Oct. 4, 2017