Synonyms

reexamine

American

[ree-ig-zam-in] / ˌri ɪgˈzæm ɪn /

Or re-examine

verb (used with object)

reexamined, reexamining

to examine again.
Law. to examine (a witness) again after having questioned them previously.

Other Word Forms

reexaminable adjective
reexamination noun
reexaminer noun

Etymology

Origin of reexamine

First recorded in 1585–95; re- + examine

Example Sentences

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Mirkin now plans to reexamine earlier vaccine candidates that showed potential but failed to generate sufficiently strong immune responses in patients.

From Science Daily

The current rescheduling push dates back to October of 2022, when former President Joe Biden directed the Department of Health and Human Services to reexamine cannabis’s scheduling status.

From Salon

The work received partial support from a Catalyst Award from the Knight Initiative for Brain Resilience, a program focused on reexamining the basic biology behind neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's.

From Science Daily

With Italy once again in global focus — from tourism rebounds to international sporting events like the upcoming Winter Olympics — the country’s regional cultures are being reexamined.

From Salon

The range of potential uses is vast, highlighting how reexamining basic scientific principles can lead to entirely new technological horizons.

From Science Daily

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