retell
verb (used with object)
to tell (a story, tale, etc.) over again or in a new way.
has retold
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present perfectof retell (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Ms. Miller, a scholar of classical literature, has retold the myths before.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 2, 2018
She figures she has retold the story of his letter and gift “a thousand times” and is still amazed every time she tells it.
From Washington Times ● Apr. 6, 2015
He has retold the story of that day so many times, he apologizes to his wife and daughter for describing the scenes once more.
From New York Times ● Jan. 20, 2011
Mr Nunn was evacuated to south Wales for his safety and now, 70 years on, he has retold his experiences on StoryVault.
From BBC ● Apr. 10, 2010
They should not mind the reviewer's jeer; he doesn't remember any of the worn old things until the book which he is reviewing has retold them to him.
From Following the Equator, Part 6 by Mark Twain
