reconstruct
verb (used with object)
to construct again; rebuild; make over.
reconstructing
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present participleof reconstruct.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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When something goes wrong, however, reconstructing that journey can begin to feel like a real investigation.
From Salon ● Aug. 27, 2026
The actor leads a captivating series on National Geographic about the ancient city and its inhabitants, reconstructing the lives of those who might have escaped the lethal effects of Mount Vesuvius’s eruption.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 22, 2026
They then spent a further three years documenting and reconstructing the T. rex back in the lab.
From BBC ● Jul. 11, 2026
By reconstructing the chemical evolution of Etna's lava and comparing it with experimental data, they found that the composition of the volcano's magma has remained remarkably stable despite changes in the surrounding tectonic environment.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 10, 2026
Since an earthquake killed thousands in the city of Kobe in 1995, the nation had spent sixteen years reinforcing bridges, reconstructing old buildings with earthquake-resistant technology, and creating earthquake warning systems.
From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland
