REDO Synonyms: 51 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

Definition of redo

as in repeat

the act of saying or doing over again as a way of celebrating our silver wedding anniversary, we're planning a redo of the trip we took on our honeymoon

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redo

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verb

(ˌ)rē-ˈdü

as in to remodel

to make different in some way desperately wanted to redo the red living room in soothing shades of green

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as in to repeat

to make or do again the conductor kept asking the violinist to redo that passage until he was completely satisfied

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Recent Examples of redo

Noun

The case for and against a redo The obstacles to a redo are considerable, starting with the obvious security concerns. — Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 2 May 2026 Both Rapino and Assefi told the judge that Live Nation and the Justice Department were bound by the agreement terms and wouldn't ask for a redo. — Chloe Atkins, NBC news, 10 Mar. 2026

Verb

At some point in the City of Everett’s long life, an upholstery shop had redone the upper-deck seating with old Braniff Airways fabric. — Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 12 June 2026 Most people redo gel every two to three weeks, which works out to 17 to 20 salon appointments a year, or $700 to $1,600 annually. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for redo

Recent Examples of Synonyms for redo

Noun

This season, The Invite actress is ditching sandals for the polished, rich-looking penny loafers she’s been sporting on repeat.

— Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 7 July 2026
Messi remains in the World Cup with Argentina, seemingly poised for a repeat.

— Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 July 2026

Definition of repeat

Verb

The restaurant has been completely remodeled and has added several new menu items since a May 9, 2025, roof fire.

— Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 June 2026
Ellis said the company has remodeled more than 115 restaurants and new restaurant openings are to come, including 25 locations in development across the country.

— Saleen Martin, USA Today, 26 June 2026

Definition of remodel

Verb

Yet many could still replicate portions of its economic evolution by broadening participation, encouraging private enterprise, welcoming additional foreign investors, and leveraging competition among outside powers to secure more favorable outcomes.

— Wesley Alexander Hill, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
After some more tweaking and optimizing, the cell started growing and replicating its DNA.

— Yasemin Saplakoglu, Quanta Magazine, 1 July 2026

Definition of replicate

Noun

For each exercise, aim for two to three sets of 8-12 repetitions, two to three times per week on non-consecutive days.

— Michael Swartzon, Miami Herald, 3 July 2026
If the change introduces a new logic or compliance requirement, expect a longer runway, repetition and coaching in the flow of work.

— Guy Yehiav, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026

Definition of repetition

Verb

Also, remember that rules must be adopted or modified using the process prescribed by Civil Code 4360.

— Kelly G. Richardson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 June 2026
Although the Mars rovers were designed to operate on the surface of Mars, the JPL engineers said Promise could be modified to work on the Moon.

— Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 30 June 2026

Definition of modify

Verb

The decision — announced on the deadline for the trade partners to determine whether to renew the deal for another 16 years — won't invalidate the agreement, which will stay in effect for another decade.

— Dan Mangan,Luke Fountain,Kevin Breuninger,Garrett Downs,Ashley Capoot,Justin Papp, CNBC, 2 July 2026
The Federal Reserve attributes much of the gap to a capital stock the United States renews faster than anyone else, and the IMF to European firms that stay too small and invest too little to reach the frontier.

— Alexander Puutio, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026

Definition of renew

Verb

Chishti said the rulings signify that future presidents could continue to change immigration policies at their discretion.

— Andrea Castillo, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
True, nothing so grand as a massive dragon and naval battle took place, but seeing Rhaenyra start to change into someone almost unrecognizable from her younger, more innocent self was compelling in a deeper way.

— Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 6 July 2026

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