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Topic: Common Errors

restate

IPA: /rɪˈsteɪt/

KK: /rɪˈsteɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To say something again or in a different way.

Example: The teacher asked me to restate my answer for clarity.

restatement

IPA: //ˌriːˈsteɪtmənt//

KK: /ˈriːsteɪtmənt/

noun

Definition: A new version of something that has already been said, often to make it clearer or to emphasize a point.

Example: The teacher provided a restatement of the instructions to ensure everyone understood.

resultantly

IPA: /rɪˈzʌltəntli/

KK: /rɪˈzʌltəntli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows the outcome or consequence of something; as a result of a previous action or event.

Example: The team worked hard, and resultantly, they won the championship.

resulting

IPA: /rɪˈzʌltɪŋ/

KK: /rɪˈzʌltɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that comes after or is caused by something else.

Example: The resulting changes in the environment were significant after the new policy was implemented.

verb

Definition: To happen or occur as a consequence of something else.

Example: The heavy rain caused flooding, resulting in road closures.

retally

IPA: /rɪˈtæli/

KK: /rɪˈtæli/

verb

Definition: To count or calculate something again, especially to ensure accuracy.

Example: After the initial count, we decided to retally the votes to confirm the results.

retear

IPA: //rɪˈtɪr//

KK: /rɪˈtɪr/

verb

Definition: To tear something again after it has already been torn.

Example: He had to retear the paper because it was not straight.

retry

IPA: /rɪˈtraɪ/

KK: /rɪˈtraɪ/

transitive verb

Definition: To attempt something again after a previous failure or mistake.

Example: If you don't succeed the first time, don't hesitate to retry your approach.

reverify

IPA: /ˌriːˈvɛrɪfaɪ/

KK: /riˈvərɪˌfaɪ/

verb

Definition: To check or confirm something again to ensure it is correct or accurate.

Example: The technician had to reverify the system settings before proceeding with the installation.

revers

IPA: /rɪˈvɜːrz/

KK: /rɪˈvɜrs/

noun

Definition: A part of a piece of clothing, like a lapel, that is turned back to reveal the inside or opposite side.

Example: The dress had beautiful revers that added elegance to its design.

reverse

IPA: /rɪˈvɜːrs/

KK: /rɪˈvɜrs/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that moves or is arranged in the opposite direction or order from what is usual or expected.

Example: The reverse side of the coin has a different design than the front.

intransitive verb

Definition: To turn or move in the opposite direction or to change to the opposite state.

Example: The car can reverse quickly when needed.

noun

Definition: A change to an opposite position or direction, or a setback in fortune.

Example: The company faced several reverses before finally achieving success.

transitive verb

Definition: To change something to its opposite or to go backward in direction or order.

Example: The driver had to reverse the car to get out of the tight parking space.

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