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Rerun

Verb / ˈri:ˈrʌn / Another word for rerun — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A rerun is a television episode that has already been aired before.

Synonyms & similar words

rebroadcast repeat rebroadcast replay recap re-show re-airing re-showing recurrence cycle loop reiteration reappearance reoccurrence retelling reduplication revisiting reprise duplicate

Example sentences

  1. I'm excited for the rerun of the season finale.
  2. We missed the first episode, so we're going to watch the rerun.
  3. The channel is playing a rerun marathon this weekend.
  4. I've seen this rerun so many times that I know all the lines.
  5. The rerun of the show had higher ratings than the original airing.

Quotes

  • 'I watched the sunrise this morning,' said Catherine, 'and do you know what I thought of? Your rerun last night. It was so beautiful and quite impossible not to think of it.' - Truman Capote
  • 'I never watch reruns of 'Seinfeld' or shows like that. I watch 'Jeopardy!' or something.' - Chuck Todd
  • 'I watch reruns of 'The Office' all the time. It's my go-to show.' - Aaron Rodgers

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