warmed-over
Americanadjective
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(of cooked foods) heated again.
warmed-over stew.
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reworked or repeated without enthusiasm or introduction of new ideas; stale.
a warmed-over version of an old show.
Etymology
Origin of warmed-over
First recorded in 1885–90
Example Sentences
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Instead of leaning into her talents, as it did successfully a few weeks ago for Lady Gaga, the episode plopped Madison into a series of sketches where she was mostly playing a supporting role for cast members in warmed-over repeats of past sketches.
From Los Angeles Times
They will almost assuredly will be captive of warmed-over doctrinal verities, underwritten by arrogant conviction.
From Salon
While many associate Opus Dei with The Da Vinci Code and warmed-over conspiracy theories, British financial journalist Gareth Gore has shown that the group remains active and prominent.
From Slate
In movies like “Go” and “Edge of Tomorrow,” Liman took catchy but warmed-over premises and supplied them with a playful gusto.
From Los Angeles Times
The Guardian asked "what regressive, warmed-over hell is this?"
From BBC
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