remake
Americanverb (used with object)
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to make again or anew.
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Movies. to film again, as a picture or screenplay.
noun
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Movies. a more recent version of an older film.
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anything that has been remade, renovated, or rebuilt.
The tailor is offering a special price on remakes.
noun
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something that is made again, esp a new version of an old film
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the act of making again or anew
verb
Other Word Forms
- remaker noun
Etymology
Origin of remake
Example Sentences
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It’s true AI might not replace bankers and truck drivers tomorrow, but big tech is betting the farm that numerous industries will be remade with AI at their core at some point.
From Barron's
"Our mums would go crazy for this," an Instagram user commented under a viral trot remake of Jay Park's hip-hop track, Mommae.
From BBC
But a landslide victory in snap elections this month gives the Japanese prime minister a powerful mandate for what she describes as a “responsible, proactive fiscal policy” to remake the economy.
From Barron's
The 21st century American privilege that Becket is chasing in the remake doesn’t rely on formal titles.
From Los Angeles Times
However, its final season was poorly received by critics and viewers, with 1.8 million fans signing a petition to "remake season eight with competent writers".
From BBC
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