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reconsider
[ree-kuhn-sid-er]
verb (used with object)
to consider again, especially with a view to change of decision or action.
to reconsider a refusal.
Synonyms: , , ,Parliamentary Procedure.to take up for consideration a second time, as a motion or a vote, as with the view of reversing or modifying action taken.
verb (used without object)
to reconsider a matter.
reconsider
/ ˌːəˈɪə /
verb
to consider (something) again, with a view to changing one's policy or course of action
(in a legislative assembly or similar body) to consider again (a bill or other matter) that has already been voted upon
Other 51Թ Forms
- reconsideration noun
- unreconsidered adjective
- ˌDzˌˈپDz noun
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of reconsider1
Example Sentences
The Govan Law Centre added the legal challenge "was always one of process" and the fact the UK government has already reconsidered the cuts "vindicates" their clients.
Genocide Watch is among those urging Prime Minister Mark Carney to reconsider the invite.
Separate policies in Scotland and Northern Ireland may now be reconsidered.
However, a 20% charge, he says would cause the industry "to reconsider how to accelerate growth in some other markets, which would eventually lead to the relocation of resources from the US".
Asked if she would reconsider the benefit cuts, Reeves argued the current system was "not sustainable".
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