as in to reconsider
to consider again especially with the possibility of change or reversal
the new study is leading doctors and nutritionists to reweigh the benefits of some dietary supplements
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Recent Examples of reweigh
Rather than agree to hear the case, the justices set aside the 8th Circuit’s ruling and told its judges to reweigh evidence suggesting the use of force violated the 4th Amendment.
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Los Angeles Times, 28 June 2021
Los Angeles Times, 28 June 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reweigh
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Time will tell whether this threat was real, but who could blame Griffin for reconsidering?—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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Let’s reconsider those indictments.—
Patricia Steckler,
Baltimore Sun,
26 Apr. 2026
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Starting with Louisiana, many states with Republican majorities will revisit their old VRA-compliant maps, and will likely gerrymander out majority-Black districts, as soon as this year.—
Vann R. Newkirk II,
The Atlantic,
2 May 2026
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Stranded at the airport, she’s offered a chance to revisit her life choices, forcing her to weigh ambition, family expectations, and a surprising new romance with a Danish chef.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
2 May 2026
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The Rules Committee is expected to review the proposals over a series of hearings in May, with a full City Council vote anticipated by June 9 to place any measures on the November ballot.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
2 May 2026
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Join living trust specialist Kristi Day and CFP Laura Mertz for practical guidance on managing finances, updating estate plans, reviewing accounts and beneficiaries, and preparing for the future with confidence and peace of mind.—
Kris Slugg,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 May 2026
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“Reweigh.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reweigh. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
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