repurpose
Americanverb (used with object)
Etymology
Origin of repurpose
First recorded in 1980–85; re- ( def. ) + purpose ( def. )
Example Sentences
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They added: "If individuals or groups subsequently choose to misuse or repurpose a Cameo recording, that is clearly outside Mr Farage's knowledge or control."
From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026
Instead, it will repurpose some of them to help power microgrids for customers like AI-infrastructure firm Crusoe.
From MarketWatch • Jan. 28, 2026
A Tyson spokeswoman said the company is assessing how it can repurpose the facility.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 23, 2025
Even in wealthy countries, recycling rates are often abysmal because plastic products can be expensive to repurpose and sorting rates are low.
From Barron's • Dec. 16, 2025
“I just remember the classic Roach Motel slogan that, apparently, the poster is attempting to repurpose for a Latinx audience. Catch you later, Kojo!”
From "The Smartest Kid in the Universe" by Chris Grabenstein
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