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Reshuffle

UK //ˌriːˈʃʌf.əl// US //ˌriˈʃʌfəl// Pronunciation

Definition

To rearrange or reorganize something, often in reference to personnel or positions.

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In simple words: To mix things up again, especially a group or order.

Examples

• The company decided to reshuffle the management team to improve efficiency.
• His promotion led to a reshuffle within the department.
• After the defeat, the coach announced a reshuffle of the players.
• They planned to reshuffle the project timeline for better results.
• The government will reshuffle the cabinet to address public concerns.

Usage notes

Used in contexts like politics or games when rearranging positions or order. Avoid in very casual speech.

Grammar pattern

reshuffle + object

Memory hint

Think of 'reshuffle' as 're-shuffle' a deck of cards.

Collocations

• reshuffle the deck
• reshuffle the team
• reshuffle the cabinet
• reshuffle the cards
• reshuffle positions

Synonyms

• rearrange
• reorganize
• shuffle
• revamp
• mix up

Common mistakes

• Confused with 'shuffle' which means to mix but not necessarily rearrange.
• Using 'reshuffle' without an object, like saying 'let's reshuffle' without specifying what.
• Incorrectly using 'reshuffle' in non-rearranging contexts.