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reprise

/ɹɪˈpɹaɪz/

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A recurrence or resumption of an action.

Examples :

"After a long illness, the student's school project had a reprise, and she was able to finish it. "

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A repetition of a phrase, a return to an earlier theme, or a second rendition or version of a song in a programme or musical.

Examples :

"The teacher's lecture included a reprise of the key concepts from the previous week. "

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A renewal of a failed attack, after going back into the en garde position.

Examples :

"After failing to win the argument, Sarah's reprise of her points was ineffective. "

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A taking by way of retaliation.

Examples :

"After Mark spread rumors about her, Maria saw her chance for a reprise and shared his embarrassing childhood photos online. "

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(in the plural) Deductions and duties paid yearly out of a manor and lands, as rent charge, pensions, annuities, etc.; also spelled reprizes.

Examples :

"The accounting ledger carefully documented all the reprises, including the annual payments for the land easement and the retirement annuities promised to former employees of the estate. "

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A ship recaptured from an enemy or from a pirate.

Examples :

"The navy's successful operation resulted in the reprise of the merchant ship, returning it to its rightful owners. "

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In masonry, the return of a moulding in an internal angle.

Examples :

"The careful reprise of the crown molding at the corner of the room created a clean, professional finish. "

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To take (something) up or on again.

Examples :

"After a long illness, Sarah reprised her studies at the university. "

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To repeat or resume an action

Examples :

"The aging actress played the role she played in her youth, as if to reprise it."

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To recompense; to pay.

Examples :

"The store owner promised to reprise the money he owed for the damaged goods. "

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