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re⋅group

[ree-groop]
–verb (used with object)
1. to form into a new or restructured group or grouping.
–verb (used without object)
2. to become reorganized in order to make a fresh start: If the plan doesn't work, we'll have to regroup and try something else.
3. Military. to become organized in a new tactical formation.

Origin:
1880–85; re- + group


re⋅group⋅ment, noun
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re·group   (rē-grōōp')   
v.   re·grouped, re·group·ing, re·groups

v.   tr.
To arrange in a new grouping.
v.   intr.
  1. To come back together in a tactical formation, as after a dispersal in a retreat.

  2. To reorganize for renewed effort, as after a temporary setback.

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