reconsider
Americanverb (used with object)
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to consider again, especially with a view to change of decision or action.
to reconsider a refusal.
- Synonyms:
- reevaluate, reexamine, review, rethink
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Parliamentary Procedure. to take up for consideration a second time, as a motion or a vote, as with the view of reversing or modifying action taken.
verb (used without object)
verb
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to consider (something) again, with a view to changing one's policy or course of action
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(in a legislative assembly or similar body) to consider again (a bill or other matter) that has already been voted upon
Other Word Forms
- reconsideration noun
- unreconsidered adjective
Etymology
Origin of reconsider
Example Sentences
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Among the places that have started to reconsider their relationship with Flock is San Diego.
From Los Angeles Times
The CPS brought an appeal against that decision at the High Court and asked for it to be reconsidered.
From BBC
On Thursday, investors were reconsidering the likely winners and losers from AI.
From MarketWatch
Gregory Husisian, of the law firm Foley & Lardner, said clients who had previously declined to consider such transactions are now reconsidering.
“Oh, I think you’ll reconsider in a moment,” said the miller.
From Literature
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