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retelling

The correct spelling is retelling.

How to pronounce retelling

verb

Say it like: Ret-ell-ing

The correct spelling is retelling. To tell again, often differently, what one has read or heard; to paraphrase. For example: "The new film is a needless retelling of what was already a cinematic classic."

Usage Examples

The new film is a needless retelling of what was already a cinematic classic.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To tell again, often differently, what one has read or heard; to paraphrase.

noun

  1. 1.A new, changed, or adapted version of a story.

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