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reform

/ɹɪˈfɔːm/ /ɹəˈfɔɹm/

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noun

Reforma, cambio

The change of something that is defective, broken, inefficient or otherwise negative, in order to correct or improve it

Examples :

"A major reform is needed to improve the efficiency in the factory."

Se necesita una reforma importante para mejorar la eficiencia en la fábrica.

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verb

Reformar, mejorar, transformar

To put into a new and improved form or condition; to restore to a former good state, or bring from bad to good; to change from worse to better

Examples :

"1909, H. G. Wells, The History of Mr. Polly Chapter 9"

1909, H. G. Wells, La historia del Sr. Polly, Capítulo 9

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verb

Reformar, mejorar

To return to a good state; to amend or correct one's own character or habits

Examples :

"It is hoped that many criminals, upon being freed, will eventually reform."

Se espera que muchos criminales, al ser liberados, finalmente se reformen.

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verb

Reformar, rehacer

To form again or in a new configuration.

Examples :

"The regiment reformed after surviving the first attack."

El regimiento se reformó después de sobrevivir al primer ataque.

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