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refile

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[ree-fahyl] / riˈfaɪl /

verb (used with object)

refiled, refiling
  1. to file (something) again or differently.


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What’s Next: With Monday’s agreement, Novo said it would dismiss the patent infringement lawsuit against Hims, but reserve the right to refile in the future.

From Barron's • Mar. 10, 2026

It said that Dream Exchange could potentially refile its application.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 26, 2025

The judge had dismissed the lawsuit in June but left the door open for Baldoni to refile.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 3, 2025

An appeals court overturned that decision, allowing Mr Elden to refile the case.

From BBC • Oct. 2, 2025

You can refile the patent application and add this information about the moisture content.

From The Professional Approach by Schoenherr, John

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