rejig
Britishverb
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to re-equip (a factory or plant)
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to rearrange, alter, or manipulate, sometimes in a slightly unscrupulous way
noun
Other Word Forms
- rejigger noun
Example Sentences
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Cordano said the talks needed a rejigged and more efficient way of working, calling for "flexibility and pragmatism".
From Barron's
The rejig of local government will replace the two-tier system of district and county councils that exists in many parts of England with new 'unitary' councils responsible for delivering all councils services in their area.
From BBC
Smith's return will mean a further rejig in the Australia batting line-up after Usman Khawaja was left out for the third Test, then recalled on the morning of the game when Smith was ruled out.
From BBC
Frank made five changes from the team that sank 4-1 at Arsenal in the Premier League on Sunday and rejigged his formation.
From Barron's
Heather Knight and Sciver-Brunt have been fluent throughout but there are still question marks over the middle order, which coach Charlotte Edwards rejigged against New Zealand but they were not needed in the eight-wicket win.
From BBC
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