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Topic: Politics

reconsider

IPA: /ˌriːkənˈsɜːr/

KK: /ˌriːkənˈsɜːr/

intransitive verb

Definition: To think about something again, usually to change a decision or opinion.

Example: After hearing new information, she decided to reconsider her choice.

transitive verb

Definition: To think about something again, especially to change a decision that was made before.

Example: After hearing new information, she decided to reconsider her choice.

reconsideration

IPA: /ˌriːkənˌsɪdəˈreɪʃən/

KK: /ˌriːkənˌsɪdəˈreɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of thinking about something again, especially to change a decision or opinion.

Example: After much thought, she decided that a reconsideration of her earlier choice was necessary.

reconvene

IPA: /ˌriːkənˈviːn/

KK: /riˈkɒnˌvin/

verb

Definition: To gather again after a break or pause to continue a meeting or discussion.

Example: The committee will reconvene next week to finalize the plans.

recount

IPA: /rɪˈkaʊnt/

KK: /rɪˈkaʊnt/

noun

Definition: A second or fresh count of something, often used in the context of votes or numbers.

Example: The election officials conducted a recount to ensure the accuracy of the results.

transitive verb

Definition: To tell or describe something in detail, often by giving a series of events or facts.

Example: She decided to recount her adventures during the summer vacation.

recourse

IPA: //rɪˈkɔːrs//

KK: /rɪˈkɔrs/

noun

Definition: A way to get help or support when you need it, often by turning to someone or something for assistance.

Example: When faced with a difficult situation, her only recourse was to ask for help from her friends.

recriminate

IPA: /rɪˈkrɪməˌneɪt/

KK: /rɪˈkrɪməˌneɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To respond to an accusation by making a counter-accusation.

Example: During the argument, he began to recriminate, blaming her for his mistakes.

transitive verb

Definition: To accuse someone back after they have accused you.

Example: During the argument, she decided to recriminate instead of apologizing.

recrimination

IPA: //rɪˌkrɪməˈneɪʃən//

KK: /rɪˈkrɪməˌneɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A situation where one person accuses another in response to an accusation, often involving mutual blame or countercharges.

Example: During the argument, both sides engaged in recrimination, blaming each other for the problems in their relationship.

recusal

IPA: /rɪˈkjuːzəl/

KK: /rɪˈkjuːzəl/

noun

Definition: The act of withdrawing from a decision or judgment due to a conflict of interest.

Example: The judge announced his recusal from the case to avoid any appearance of bias.

recusancy

IPA: /rɪˈkjuːsənsi/

KK: /rɪˈkjuːsənsi/

noun

Definition: A stubborn refusal to accept or comply with something, often related to religious or political beliefs.

Example: His recusancy to follow the new laws led to significant consequences.

recusant

IPA: /ˈrɛkjʊsənt/

KK: /ˈrɛkjusənt/

noun

Definition: A person who refuses to follow established rules or authority, especially in a religious context, often referring to Roman Catholics in England who did not attend Church of England services.

Example: During the 16th century, many recusants faced penalties for their refusal to attend the Church of England services.

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