rearrange
Britishverb
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to put (something) into a new order
to rearrange the lighting
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to put (something) back in its original order after it has been displaced
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to fix a new date or time for (something postponed)
to rearrange a match
Other Word Forms
- rearrangement noun
- rearranger noun
Example Sentences
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Magnetic materials are a key example, since motion can rearrange their internal magnetic order.
From Science Daily
“Was it important, Betsie, to rearrange all the dishes in the corner cupboard?”
From Literature
In the last couple of weeks, Ma, the boys, and I had managed to rearrange the entire store.
From Literature
“It was awfully kind of you to rearrange your schedule to help me, Theo, when my aunt realized she couldn’t bring it herself, Theo, even though it would mean you canceling other plans.”
From Literature
The country I carry is rearranging itself inside me, and I cannot yet tell what it will look like when it settles.
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