as in to perform
to act out a past event; to enact again
The group reenacted a famous American Civil War battle.
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Recent Examples of reenact
Nativity pageants reenacting the story of Mary and Joseph seeking shelter in Bethlehem and finding rejection, until being welcomed in a stable for the birth of Jesus, have been central to religious Christmas seasons for generations.
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Whitney Eulich, The Christian Science Monitor, 30 Dec. 2024
Ceremonial swearing-in: After the officially swearing in on the floor, senators will head to the old Senate chamber to reenact the swearing in for a photo op with the vice President.
—Lauren Peller, ABC News, 3 Jan. 2025
The Dylan character and the one based on real-life girlfriend Suze Rotolo go see a revival movie early in their courtship, then reenact a moment from it in a bittersweet farewell at the climax of this film.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 26 Dec. 2024
Khartoum – Forced to leave Sudan for East Africa following the outbreak of war, five citizens of Khartoum — a civil servant, a tea lady, a resistance committee volunteer, and two young bottle collectors — reenact their stories of survival and freedom through dreams, revolution, and civil war.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 20 Dec. 2024
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Whitney Eulich, The Christian Science Monitor, 30 Dec. 2024
Ceremonial swearing-in: After the officially swearing in on the floor, senators will head to the old Senate chamber to reenact the swearing in for a photo op with the vice President.
—Lauren Peller, ABC News, 3 Jan. 2025
The Dylan character and the one based on real-life girlfriend Suze Rotolo go see a revival movie early in their courtship, then reenact a moment from it in a bittersweet farewell at the climax of this film.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 26 Dec. 2024
Khartoum – Forced to leave Sudan for East Africa following the outbreak of war, five citizens of Khartoum — a civil servant, a tea lady, a resistance committee volunteer, and two young bottle collectors — reenact their stories of survival and freedom through dreams, revolution, and civil war.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 20 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reenact
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Trenitalia performed well in the booking experience, reliability and traveler experience categories.—
Rebecca Ann Hughes,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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Marczak still played and performed, but largely for other bands.—
Britt Julious,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Jan. 2025
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The mission went forward, was executed flawlessly, and Walton was returned to safety.—
Daniel Klaidman,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2025
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There was a tiny cell, its walls painted deep red and carved with graffiti, where prisoners who were to be executed were kept.—
Jon Lee Anderson,
The New Yorker,
27 Jan. 2025
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Legal experts noted that while some criminal charges, like indecent exposure or battery, could have applied if proven, the statute of limitations has expired, and such cases are rarely prosecuted.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
30 Jan. 2025
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The Manhattan district attorney’s office, which prosecuted the case, will have a chance to respond in court papers.—
Michael R. Sisak,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Jan. 2025
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The Commanders committed five turnovers — two interceptions — and finished with a season-worst minus-3 turnover margin.—
Ben Standig,
The Athletic,
22 Jan. 2025
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For 2025 and beyond, this means committing to leadership development, improving AI and tech skills, improving data literacy and monitoring labor costs.—
Jennifer Rozon,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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Although Kessler is a high-profile litigator, including by leading high-profile antitrust lawsuits against the NCAA, NASCAR, U.S. Soccer, the NFL and other major sports defendants, litigators sometimes negotiate resolutions without having to go to court.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
25 Jan. 2025
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Starting with Trump's inauguration on Monday, his administration has 70 days to negotiate the tariff before the 50% rate kicks in.—
Olivia Evans,
USA TODAY,
24 Jan. 2025
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“Reenact.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reenact. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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