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reiterated

v.
C1 Advanced US //ɹiˈɪtɝˌeɪtɪd// UK //ɹˌiːˈɪtəɹˌeɪtɪd// re·it·er·at·ed

v. to say or do something again, usually to make sure people understand it clearly. You use this when you want to emphasize a point you have already made.

v. to state or do something repeatedly, typically for emphasis or clarity. Transitive; requires a direct object, often a statement or a position.


SIMPLE

The manager reiterated the importance of being on time.

CONTEXTUAL

During the press conference, the spokesperson reiterated that the company remains committed to its environmental goals.

COMPLEX

The professor reiterated the core thesis of her lecture several times to ensure that the students grasped the subtle distinction between the two competing theories.

Synonyms
Usage

The verb is transitive and takes a direct object. It is frequently used in formal reporting and academic writing to introduce a repeated point.

Pitfall

he reiterated againhe reiteratedReiterated already means to say something again, so adding 'again' is redundant.

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