rewire
verb (used with object)
to provide with new wiring.
rewiring
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present participleof rewire.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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"Turning neurogenesis back on may be a way to treat depression in some people by rewiring their hippocampus circuit."
From Science Daily ● Aug. 25, 2026
Phillips, who last week talked about rewiring his rehab mindset, has already surrendered four home runs in just seven outings.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 26, 2026
"Our manifesto did talk about the redistribution of power, it did talk about the rewiring of our country, it did talk about taking on some of those vested interests," she said.
From BBC ● Jul. 19, 2026
There are signs of economic weakness in Canada, the prime minister said, arguing this reflects policy decisions that have been aimed at rewiring the economy to deal with U.S. tariffs.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 2, 2026
With a little rewiring and juggling of numbers, he soon had our instrument in operation.
From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom
