retarget
Americanverb (used with object)
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to aim toward or calibrate for a different target.
to retarget missiles.
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to change the goal, completion date, recipient, etc., of.
We've retargeted the completion of the job.
Etymology
Origin of retarget
Example Sentences
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The new system would allow the U.S. more quickly to reprogram and retarget its nuclear missiles in case of war.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 28, 2023
"This paper is another example of how we can naturally exploit the body's own immune system to figure out which players we need in order to retarget cancer."
From Science Daily • Nov. 28, 2023
Clogger would depend on access to vast amounts of personal data in order to target individuals, craft messages tailored to persuade or manipulate them, and track and retarget them over the course of a campaign.
From Salon • Jun. 4, 2023
“Right now, we’re not keeping a list of backup dual asteroids to retarget against,” he said.
From New York Times • Nov. 24, 2021
Wilson: The first thing that comes to mind is the ability to retarget or remarket to our site visitors.
From Slate • Nov. 21, 2019
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