replay

[ree-pley, ree-pley]

verb (used with object)

1. to play again, as a record or tape.

noun

1. an act or instance of replaying.

2. a repetition of all or part of a broadcast or of the playing of a phonograph record, videocassette, etc.

3. instant replay.

4. a rematch.

5. Informal.,  a repetition, recurrence, or reenactment.

   The recession could be a replay of the Great Depression.

replay

noun

1. Also called: action replay. television a showing again of a sequence of action, esp of part of a sporting contest immediately after it happens either in slow motion (a slow-motion replay ) or at normal speed

2. a rematch

verb

1. to play again (a record, television sequence, sporting contest, etc)

Word History and Origins

Origin of replay¹

First recorded in 1880–85; re- + play

Example Sentences

Had England lost, it is likely we would have seen quite a few more replays of it, particularly considering the gulf between these two teams and the sticky situation that her side were in.

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The severity of that is unknown, but it looked bad on replays and he had to be helped from the field.

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I revisited decades of regrets, replaying what I should have said or done differently, wishing I had shown more kindness in tough moments.

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He replayed the morning events over and over in his head.

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Fewer still can survive a replay without an element of cringe.

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Related Words

• echo 
• recite 
• rehash 
• reiterate 
• renew 
• restate