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ree-IT-uh-rayt/riːˈɪtəreɪt/

To reiterate is to say something again for emphasis: reiterate the deadline, reiterate that. Repeat is everyday; restate is a close cousin. Iterate in computing means loop; reiterate in essays is not a fancy synonym of mention once. Do not reiterate a secret you have not said yet.

Meaning

To say something again, usually for emphasis or clarity.

Examples

• “The chair reiterated the deadline and then closed the item.”
• “The invigilator reiterated the no-phone rule after the first buzz.”
• “Reiterating a weak claim does not make it data; it only makes it louder.”

Good to know

Say again, on purpose. Everyday: repeat. Computing cousin: iterate (loop). Not a first mention.

Near in meaning

repeat

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