do-over
Americannoun
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an opportunity to do something again or repeat it, especially when it did not turn out well the first time.
I wish I could have a do-over of the past five years of my life.
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a makeover, as a renovation or a beauty treatment: A do-over at the spa made me feel young again!
Enter the sweepstakes to win a full kitchen do-over with new granite countertops and stainless steel appliances.
A do-over at the spa made me feel young again!
verb
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informal to renovate or redecorate
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slang to beat up; thrash
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Also, do something over.
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Also, do over again . Repeat something, as in This setup won't work; I'll have to do it over again .
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Redecorate, as in We've decided to do over the living room . [Early 1900s]
Etymology
Origin of do-over
First recorded in 1890–95; noun use of verb phrase do over
Example Sentences
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Others called for Frank to apologize and for a “do-over” interview with the same publication.
From Salon
The world’s second-largest economy offered Sam’s Club a chance for a do-over.
Crowe’s do-over feature, in contrast, is anodyne and respectful; the band is even given room to refute some of the facts Lewis included in his story.
From Los Angeles Times
You must pay back any money you received, but the option for a do-over gives you a chance to increase your monthly benefit by waiting to claim.
From MarketWatch
“For years after he and Diane split, Al used to say, ‘If it’s meant to be, it’s never too late for a do-over.
From Los Angeles Times
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