resit
verb (used with or without object)
to retake (a test or examination).
Example Sentences
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But those that miss the grade can find themselves in a continuing loop of resits as they try and try again to pass.
From BBC ● Aug. 20, 2026
"My school has provided extra classes to help prepare for the exams, but you have to be self-disciplined because juggling resits and college is not easy."
From BBC ● Aug. 20, 2026
Here is everything you need to know about results, appeals and resits.
From BBC ● Jul. 1, 2025
They want Pearson to review and reduce the grade boundary increase, to offer free re-marks and resits for those affected, and to refund exam entry fees.
From BBC ● Aug. 29, 2024
By heating resols, resitols are formed which, on further heating, are finally converted into resits.
From Synthetic Tannins by Georg Grasser
